Panasonic Dmr Eh75 Operating Instructions Manual

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[HDD] [RAM]
Preparation
≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive (HDD or DVD).
≥Release protection (l70).
After performing steps 1 to 3 (l70)
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Delete All Titles” and 
then press [ENTER].
[5]Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and then press 
[ENTER].
[6]Press [2,1] to select “Start” and then press 
[ENTER].
A message appears when finished.
[7]Press [ENTER].
Note
≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be 
restored. Make certain before proceeding.
≥Deleting all video titles will result in all playlists also being deleted.
≥Still picture data (JPEG, TIFF) or computer data cannot be deleted.
≥Delete does not work if one or more titles are protected.[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD]
[+R] [+R[DL] (New disc only)
Preparation
≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive (HDD, DVD or SD).
≥Release protection (l70).
Note
After performing steps 1 to 3 (l70)
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Format Hard Drive”, 
“Format Disc (DVD)” or “Format memory card” 
and then press [ENTER].
[5]Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and then press 
[ENTER].
[6]Press [2,1] to select “Start” and then 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.
[7]Press [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.
≥[-R] [-R[DL] [CD] Formatting cannot be performed on the disc.
≥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.
Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete 
All TitlesDeleting all the contents of a disc or 
card—Format
Formatting deletes all contents (including computer data), 
and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before 
proceeding. The contents are deleted when you format a disc or 
card even if you have set protection.
HDD, disc and card management
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HDD, disc and card management
Refer to the control reference on page 70.
[-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW]
You can select the background that will be displayed as the 
DVD-Video top menu after finalizing.
After performing steps 1 to 3 (l70)
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Top Menu Style” and 
then press [ENTER].
[5]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the background 
and then press [ENTER].
≥You can change thumbnails displayed in the top menu. (l52, 
Change Thumbnail)
[-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW]
You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing.
After performing steps 1 to 3 (l70)
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Playback will start 
with:” and then press [ENTER].
[5]Press [3,4] to select “DVD’s Top Menu” or 
“First Title on DVD” and then press [ENTER].
DVD’s Top Menu: The top menu appears first.
First Title on DVD: The disc content is played without displaying 
the top menu.
[-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL]
Make selections from “Top Menu Style” and “Playback will start 
with:” above before finalizing the disc.
After performing steps 1 to 3 (l70)
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Finalize” and then 
press [ENTER].
[5]Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and then press 
[ENTER].
[6]Press [2,1] to select “Start” and then press 
[ENTER].
A message appears when finalizing is finished.
Note
≥You cannot cancel finalizing.
≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes. (Finalizing may take up to 
60 minutes with DVD-R DL and +R DL.)
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
finalizing. This will render the disc unusable.
[7]Press [ENTER].
Note
When finalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it may take 
longer than displayed on the confirmation screen (approximately 
four times).Note
Chapters on a finalized disc do not appear as thumbnails in the 
disc’s top menu.
≥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
[+RW]
+RW discs contain no Top Menu data. Top Menu is a convenient 
function. We recommend you create the menu before playing a 
+RW disc on other equipment.
After performing steps 1 to 3 (l70)
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Create DVD Top Menu” 
and then press [ENTER].
[5]Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and then press 
[ENTER].
[6]Press [2,1] to select “Start” and then press 
[ENTER].
Creating DVD Top Menu starts. You cannot cancel creating.
Creating DVD Top Menu can take a few minutes.
[7]Press [ENTER].
≥Recording or editing on the disc may delete the menu. In that case, 
create the menu again.
≥You cannot use the title menu for playing on this unit.
Selecting the background style—Top 
Menu style
Selecting whether to show the Top Menu 
first—Playback will start with:
Enabling discs to be played on other 
equipment—Finalize
1
4
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5
2
9
6
3
Top Menu Style
01Display after finalizing
Thumbnail
(Still picture)
Title NameAfter finalizing
≥[-R] [-R[DL] [+R] [+R[DL] The disc becomes play-only and you can 
no longer record or edit.
≥[-RW‹V›] You can record and edit the disc after formatting 
(l71) although it becomes play-only after finalizing.
≥When copying in high-speed, chapters will be replicated.
≥[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Titles are divided into about 5-minute 
([+R] 8-minute)
¢ chapters, if
- the titles were directly recorded to the disc.
- the titles were copied 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
Recording/Editing/Entering name Yes No
Play on other players  No Yes
Creating Top Menu—Create DVD Top 
Menu
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Entering text
[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW] [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.
[1]Show Enter Name screen.[2]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a character and 
then 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 then press [;, PAUSE]. (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 then press [ENTER].
≥Save/recall phrases (lbelow)
[3]Press [∫, STOP] (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 (l72). 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
Album of still pictures 36
Disc ([RAM])64
[-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW]Characters
Title 44
Disc 40
[SD]Characters
Album of still pictures 36
Title
Select “Title Name” in step 5 on page 51.
Playlist
Select “Playlist Name” in step 5 on page 54.
Disc
Select “Disc Name” in step 4 of “Providing a name for a 
disc—Disc Name” on page 70.
Folder of still pictures
Select “Album Name” in step 4 on page 55, “Editing still 
pictures”.
DVD/VHS 
TVGUIDE
ENTER
FUNCTIONS
VOLUMECH
CH
TV/VIDEO
POWER POWER
PA U S E STOP
SLOW/SEARCH
3
2
1
6
4
9
8
7
0
INPUT
SELECT
CM SKIPREC MODE
RETURNSUB MENU
SCHEDULE
DIRECTNAVIGATOR
DISPLAY AUDIO
RECSTATUSAB
VCR Plus+
DELETE
SKIP/INDEX
TIME SLIP/     JET REW
PL AY
RESET
CANCEL
TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE
DRIVE
 SELECT
TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE
5
InfoCREATE
 CHAPTER
PA U S ESTOP
RETURN
SKIP/INDEX
RESET
CANCEL
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64
987
0
5
ENTER3,4,2,1 
ENTER
RETURN :
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∫ 
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REWFF
SUB MENUSUB MENU
Numbered 
buttons
_Title Name
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Set
Erase
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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 to 2)
[1]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Phrase Save” and then press 
[ENTER].
≥You can also press [9, SKIP] to select “Phrase Save”.
[2]Press [2,1] to select “Save” and then press [ENTER].
≥Press [RETURN] to cancel.
∫To recall a saved phrase
[1]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Phrase List” and then press 
[ENTER]. 
≥You can also press [:, SKIP] to select “Phrase List”.
[2]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the phrase to be recalled and 
then press [ENTER].
∫To erase saved phrases
[1]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Phrase List” and then press 
[ENTER]. 
≥You can also press [:, SKIP] to select “Phrase List”.
[2]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the phrase to be erased.
[3]Press [SUB MENU] to show “Erase Phrase” and then press 
[ENTER].
[4]Press [2,1] to select “Erase” and then press [ENTER].
[5]Press [RETURN].
5
6
7
8NO
JKL
M
PQRS
TUV
7
77
Title Name
12345
ABC a
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Top Menu Preview
(Finalized Disc)1234
Chapter 1
Chapter 1_
HDD, disc and card management/Entering text
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Changing the unit’s settings
[1]While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
[2]Press [3,4] to select “Other Functions” and 
then press [ENTER].
[3]Press [3,4] to select “Setup” and then press 
[ENTER].
[4]Press [3,4] to select the tab and then press 
[1].
[5]Press [3,4] to select the menu and then press 
[ENTER].
[6]Press [3,4] to select the option and then 
press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
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.
 ¢1 You need to set these menus only when you do not use TV Guide On Screen® system. These menus turn gray and become un-selectable 
after this unit downloads the program listings.
¢2 You can set these menus only if you connect an antenna or cable without a cable box.
¢3 These menus turn gray and become un-selectable after TV Guide Setup is completed.
¢4 This menu turns gray and become un-selectable if you connect a DISH Network.
¢5 You can set these menus only after “Set Channels Automatically” is completed.
DVD/VHS 
TVGUIDE
ENTER
FUNCTIONS
VOLUMECH
CH
TV/VIDEO
POWER POWER
PA U S E STOP
SLOW/SEARCH
3
2
1
6
4
9
8
7
0
INPUT
SELECT
CM SKIPREC MODE
RETURNSUB MENU
SCHEDULE
DIRECTNAVIGATOR
DISPLAY AUD IO
RECSTATUSAB
VCR Plus+
DELETE
SKIP/INDEX
TIME SLIP/     JET REW
PL AY
RESET
CANCEL
TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE
DRIVE
 SELECT
TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE
5
InfoCREATE
 CHAPTER
FUNCTIONS
RETURN
ENTER3,4,2,1 
ENTER
RETURN FUNCTIONS
REWFF
DVD/VHS POWER
Í
RESET
CANCEL¢
Common procedures
Set Channels AutomaticallyChannel SetupDisc
ChannelSetup
TV Guide Settings
CableTVSignal Source (RF IN)
Tabs Menus Options
Summary of settings
 TabsMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Channel
TV Guide Settings
Set the TV Guide On Screen® system.
Signal Source (RF IN)
¢3
Select to suit the type of antenna you are using.≥Antenna≥CableTV
Set Channels Automatically¢1 ¢2 (l79)j
Preset Channel Captions
¢2 ¢3(l80)j
Manual Channel Captions
¢2 ¢3 (l80)j
VCR Plusr Ch. Setting
¢2 ¢3 ¢4 j
SetupOff Timer
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.≥2 Hours≥6 Hours≥Off
Remote Control Code (l26)≥Set Code 1
≥Set Code 2≥Set Code 3
Clock Settings
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
Set Clock Automatically
¢1 ¢2 (l79)
Set Clock Manually
¢1 (l25)
Adjust Time Zone
¢1 ¢5 (l79)≥j1≥0≥i1
DivX Registration
Displays the unit’s registration code. You need this registration 
code to purchase and play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) 
content.j
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.≥Yes≥No
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 TabsMenusOptions (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 Level≥Change Password
≥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 (l94) 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 
(l41).≥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 (l28, 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)”.
Recording for High-Speed Copying
You can copy recorded titles from the HDD to DVD-R, 
DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL 
and +RW using high-speed mode. However the aspect 
ratio and secondary audio of the recorded titles are 
restricted.
There are no restrictions when “Off” is selected, but you 
can no longer high-speed copy to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, 
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW.≥On
: You can high-speed copy to DVD-R, etc. Press [2,1] to 
select “Yes”.
≥The following restrictions are applied to recorded titles.
- Pictures are saved in 4:3.
- Select the type of audio in advance from “Multi-
channel TV Sound (MTS)” (l76).
- You are no longer able to switch the audio when 
watching a program on an input channel on the TV 
connected to this unit (e.g., video 1, etc.).
≥Off
Rapidity of High-Speed copying
Select the speed of high-speed copying (When using 
high-speed copy compatible DVD-RAM 5X, DVD-R, +R 
8X or +RW 4X discs). ≥Top speed mode
≥Silent mode
When copying, the operation sound will become quieter. 
However, the time required for copying will become longer.
VideoStill Mode (paused video)
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play (l93, 
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 between playlist chapter segments and 
partially deleted titles.≥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
Changing the unit’s settings
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Changing the unit’s settings
 TabsMenusOptions (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
Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)
Select whether to record the main or secondary (SAP) audio 
type when:
≥Recording to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video 
format), +R, +R DL and +RW.
≥When “Recording for High-Speed Copying” is set to “On”.
≥Recording or copying sound in LPCM. (lbelow, 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 copying from a video cassette 
recorder (except from DV equipment connected to this unit’s 
DV input terminal). Select on the other equipment.
Digital Audio Output
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (l21).
≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
PCM Down Conversion
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 
96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.
≥Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the 
settings across if the signals have a sampling frequency 
of over 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy 
protection.≥On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz. (Choose 
when the connected equipment cannot process signals 
with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)
≥Off
: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. (Choose when 
the connected equipment can process signals with 
sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)
Dolby DigitalSelect how to output the signal. If 
“Bitstream” is selected, the connected 
equipment decodes the signal. 
If “PCM” is selected, this unit decodes 
the signal and output it as 2 channel.
Note
Not making the proper settings may 
result in noise, or some trouble for 
digital recording.≥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 copying with XP 
mode.≥Dolby Digital
 (l93)
≥LPCM (l93)
- 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 “Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)” (labove).
Select Audio Channel for DV Input
You can select the kind of audio when recording from the unit’s 
DV terminal (l68).≥Stereo 1
: Records audio (L1, R1).
≥Stereo 2: Records added audio such as narration (L2, R2) 
subsequent to original recording.
≥Mix: Records both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2.
[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]
When recording a MTS broadcast, select the type of audio in 
advance from “Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)” (labove).
DisplayStatus Messages
Choose whether to show status messages automatically.≥Automatic≥Off
On-screen Language
Choose the language for these menus and on-screen 
messages.≥English
≥Español≥Français
- Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On Screen
® 
system regardless of the settings. Other languages cannot 
be displayed.
Blue Background
Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the blue 
background when reception is weak.≥On
≥Off
FL Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.
≥The power indicator goes off when you set “FL Display” to 
“Dim” or Automatic”.≥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.
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 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
TV 
Screen
TV Type (l26)
Set to match the type of television connected.4:3 TV
≥Aspect 4:3 & 480i
16:9 Aspect (Widescreen TV)
≥Aspect 16:9 & 480i≥Aspect 4:3 & 480p
≥Aspect 16:9 & 480p
Functions of HDMI
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
HDMI Video Output≥On
:
≥Off: When video output from COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal.
HDMI Resolution
You can only select items compatible with the 
connected equipment. This setting normally 
does not need to be changed. However if you 
are concerned about output picture quality, it 
may be improved by changing the setting.
Still pictures play at a resolution equivalent to 
480p regardless of the settings.≥Auto
: Automatically selects the output resolution best suited to the 
connected television (1080i, 720p or 480p).
≥480p
≥720p
≥1080i
HDMI Output Display Aspect
Settings used when 4:3 aspect video is output 
on the television as 16:9 aspect.
(Only effective when 720p or 1080i is selected 
as the output resolution)≥Full: Video output is enlarged to match the screen size.
≥Normal
: Video is output as 4:3 aspect. Side panels (black bars on the 
left and right) will appear on the screen.
HDMI RGB Output Range
Effective when connected to a device that only 
supports RGB output.≥Standard
:
≥Enhanced:  When the black and white images are not distinct.
HDMI Audio Output≥On
:
≥Off: Audio is output from an amplifier when using the DIGITAL AUDIO 
OUTPUT terminal.
HDMI Connection Speakers Setting
You can set the unit to output the best possible 
sound for your speakers.≥Auto:
When using the speaker settings of the connected 
equipment
≥Multi Channel: When using three or more speakers with equipment that 
cannot set the speaker settings
≥2 Channel: When using two speakers
Multi Channel Setting (l78)
Displayed when “Multi-channel” is selected 
in “HDMI Connection Speakers Setting”You can adjust the settings for speaker size, presence and audio-delay.
Ctrl with HDMI≥On
:When “On” is selected, you can operate other “Ctrl with HDMI” 
compatible devices using the “Ctrl with HDMI”.
≥Off:
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 Aspect: 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.
VHSSelect Tape Length
Set the length of tape you are using so the unit can show the 
correct remaining time.≥T120: T30, T60, T90 and T120 tapes
≥T160: T140 and T160 tapes
≥T180: T180 tapes
Jet Search
Set the speed for Jet Search when playing EP and VP tapes.
≥It is possible to view the picture recorded in EP or VP mode at 
approx. 27 or 35 times speed.≥X27≥X35
- Select [X27] if the picture is poor at [X35].
Changing the unit’s settings
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Changing the unit’s settings
When connecting with an HDMI cable to an amplifier, use the 
following settings on this unit if you cannot set the speaker delay 
effect on the amplifier.
[1]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the speaker icon (A) and then 
press [ENTER].
[2]Press [3,4] to select the setting and then press [ENTER].
Icon examples: 
Surround speaker (LS)
≥Large: Select when the speaker supports low-frequency (under 
100 Hz) reproduction.
≥Small: Select when the speaker does not support low-frequency 
reproduction.
If the subwoofer is set to “No”, the front speakers will automatically 
be set to “Large”. (In this case, we recommend connecting a 
speaker that can reproduce bass below 100 Hz.)
(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)
If either distance C or E is less than D, find the difference in the 
relevant table and change to the recommended setting.
[1]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the speaker icon (B) and then 
press [ENTER].
[2]Press [3,4] to select the setting and then press [ENTER].
∫ Changing the speaker setting to suit your 
speaker
Speaker presence and size (A)
Delay time (B)
C Center speaker
Difference Setting
Approx. 34 cm (1
1/10 feet)1.0 ms
Approx. 68 cm (21/5 feet)2.0 ms
Approx. 102 cm (33/10 feet)3.0 ms
Approx. 136 cm (42/5 feet)4.0 ms
Approx. 170 cm (51/2 feet)5.0 ms
E Surround speakers
Difference Setting
Approx. 170 cm (5
1/2 feet)5.0 ms
Approx. 340 cm (11 feet) 10.0 ms
Approx. 510 cm (16
1/2 feet)15.0 ms
ms
ms L
Complete
LSR
SW
C
RS 0.0 0.0
ABA
A
AABA
Center
Front (L)Front (R)
Subwoofer
(RS) (LS) Complete
Surround
LSLS
Large Small No
LSRS
LR
SWED C
C
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen® system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 74.
Preparation:
If the program listings 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 [CH, X] and [CH, W] on the main unit for about 5 seconds.
The unit turns off.
2Press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] to turn the unit on.
3After the language and TV aspect is setup, press [RETURN] and exit the TV Guide 
On Screen
® system setup screen.
Note
You can set scheduled recording only manually after you set the unit with “Set Channels 
Automatically”.
[1]While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
[2]Press [3,4] to select “Other Functions” and 
then press [ENTER].
[3]Press [3,4] to select “Setup” and then press 
[ENTER].
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and then 
press [1].
[5]Press [3,4] to select “Set Channels 
Automatically” and then press [ENTER].
[6]Press [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 
(l25) or adjust time zone.
[7]Press [ENTER].
≥Regarding DST (Daylight Saving Time) l25≥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.
[1]While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
[2]Press [3,4] to select “Other Functions” and 
then press [ENTER].
[3]Press [3,4] to select “Setup” and then press 
[ENTER].
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Setup” and then press 
[1].
[5]Press [3,4] to select “Clock Settings” and 
then press [ENTER].
[6]Press [3,4] to select “Adjust Time Zone” and 
then press [ENTER].
≥Regarding DST (Daylight Saving Time) l25
[7]Press [3,4] to select “s1” or “r1” and then 
press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
To cancel partway while Auto Channel/Clock Setting is taking place
Press [RETURN].
To set so the TV Guide On Screen
® system is not displayed automatically when you turn the unit on
When the power is turned on and the Start setup screen is displayed, press [3,4] to select “Don’t remind me again” and press [ENTER].
Auto channel/clock settings
Setup
Disc
Channel
VideoAudioDisplay
Set Clock Automatically
Auto Clock Setting is complete.
11/4/2006 12:15 AMDST..............  On
Time Zone..... CST
Setup
Signal Source 
(RF IN)BandChannel
AntennaVHF 2 to 13
UHF 14 to 69
CableTVVHF 2 to 13
CATV LOW BAND 95 to 99
CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14 to 36
CATV HYPER BAND 37 to 65
ULTRA BAND66 to 94
100 to 125
SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1
∫ Adjust Time Zone
Setup
Setup
Audio
Adjust Time  Zone
j10i1
Channel
Disc
Video
Changing the unit’s settings/Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen
® system is not used
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen® system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 74.
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.
[1]While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
[2]Press [3,4] to select “Other Functions” and 
then press [ENTER].
[3]Press [3,4] to select “Setup” and then press 
[ENTER].
[4]Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and then 
press [1].
After performing steps 1 to 4 (labove)
[5]Press [3,4] to select “Preset Channel 
Captions” and then press [ENTER].
[6]Press [3,4] to select the caption and then 
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.
[7]Press [3,4] to select the channel 
corresponding to the caption and then 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 6 and 7 to enter other channels.
[8]Press [ENTER].
After performing steps 1 to 4 (lleft)
[5]Press [3,4] to select “Manual Channel 
Captions” and then press [ENTER].
[6]Press [3,4] to select the channel and then 
press [1].
≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if 
preset captions have not been added.
[7]Press [3,4] to select the first character and 
then 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.
[8]Press [2,1] to return to the “Channel 
Number” column.
Repeat steps 6 to 8 to enter other channels.
[9]Press [ENTER].
Set these guide channels so you can use the VCR Plusi 
programming number for timer recording. Before setting up, refer to 
a TV magazine for lists containing information channels, station 
names, and guide channels.
After performing steps 1 to 4 (lleft)
[5]Press [3,4] to select “VCR Plusr Ch. Setting” 
and press [ENTER].
[6]Press [3,4] to select the guide channel you 
want to set and press [1].
When selecting the guide channel, press and hold [3,4] to 
scroll the screen up and down.
[7]Press [3,4] to select the channel 
corresponding to the guide channel and press 
[2].
To delete a number, press [¢, CANCEL].
Repeat steps 6 and 7 to enter other channels.
[8]Press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
Channel captions
1Preset Channel Captions
Set Channels AutomaticallyChannel CaptionsPreset Channel CaptionsManual Channel Captions
Setup
SetupDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV ScreenVHS
Channel
TV Guide Settings
CableTVSignal Source (RF IN)
VCR Plusr Ch. Setting 
Setup
Disc SetupVideoAudioDisplayTV ScreenVHS
Channel
Preset Channel Captions
Caption
Channel Number
---
---
GLOB
ABC
------
PBS
CBS
ENTER
1Manual Channel Captions
VCR Plusr Channel Setting
Setup
Disc SetupVideoAudioDisplayTV ScreenVHS
Channel
Manual Channel Captions
Caption
Channel Number
AAAA
6
10
12
23----
----
---- 8----
ENTER
Setup
Disc SetupVideoAudioDisplayTV ScreenVHS
Channel
VCR PlusiCh. Settings
Cable Channel
Guide Channel
---
125
1
2
3---
---
---
ENTER
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