Panasonic Dmr Es25 Operating Instructions Manual

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You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing. Make 
selections before finalizing the disc.
Preparation
• Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive.
After performing steps 1–3 (Ôpage 40)
4Press [e,r] to select “Playback will 
start with:” and press [ENTER].
5Press [e,r] to select the item and 
press [ENTER].
     
Finalize the disc so you can play it on other DVD equipment. The 
equipment must be able to play finalized discs. To check 
compatibility with other...

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Changing the unit’s settings
1While stopped
Press [SETUP].
2Press [e,r] to select the tab and 
press [q].
3Press [e,r] to select the menu and 
press [ENTER].
4Press [e,r] to select the option and 
press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
Note
There may be differences in operation methods. If this happens, 
follow the on-screen instructions for the operation.
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
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1You can...

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Changing the unit’s settings
Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Disc Settings for Playback
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
Ratings
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password 
with the numbered buttons when the password screen is 
shown.
• Do not forget your password.•8 No Limit
:  All DVD-Video can be played.
• 1 to 7:  Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding 
ratings recorded on...

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Changing the unit’s settings
Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Audio
Dynamic Range Compression   (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 audio program 
(SAP) when recording to a disc.•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...

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Changing the unit’s settings
Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
TV 
ScreenTV Type (Ôpage 16)  • Aspect 4:3 & 480i
• Aspect 16:9 & 480i• Aspect 4:3 & 480p
• Aspect 16:9 & 480p
Functions of HDMI
Press [ENTER] to display the menu.
HDMI Video Output•On
• Off: When video is 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...

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Changing the unit’s settings
Refer to the control reference on page 42.
For connection with an HDMI cable to an amplifier, use the following settings on this unit if you cannot set the speaker size, presence and delay 
effect on the amplifier.
1While stopped
Press [SETUP].
2Press [e,r] to select “TV Screen” and 
press [q].
3Press [e,r] to select “Functions of 
HDMI” and press [ENTER].
4Press [e,r] to select “HDMI 
Connection Speakers Setting” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [e,r] to select “Multi...

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Messages
The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use.
On the televisionPage
Cannot finish recording 
completely.• The program was copy-protected.
• The disc may be full.
• The maximum number of times you can record the program is exceeded.—
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Cannot play.• You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.).—
Cannot record on the disc.• The disc may be dirty or scratched.6
Unable to...

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Frequently asked questions
Set upPage
Do I need to connect Audio/video cables 
from the unit to the TV?• To enjoy vision and sounds from this unit to the TV, always use AV cables for 
connection. If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF 
modulator is necessary. Consult your local dealer for more information.8–10
What equipment is necessary to play multi 
channel surround sound?• You cannot playback multi-channel sound on this unit without other 
equipment. You must connect...

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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart 
do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 55 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” on 
page 52 if you reside in Canada.
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:
• Regular disc rotating sounds.
• Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
• Image...

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Troubleshooting guide
SoundPage
No sound
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio 
type.• Check the connections and settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have 
connected one.
• Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.
• Turn off V. Surround Sound in the following cases.
– When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs.
– When playing Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) broadcast programs. 
•  This unit cannot playback multi-channel discs...