Panasonic Dmr Es30 Operating Instructions Manual

Transferring (Dubbing)
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You can transfer (dub) the contents of a disc being played onto a 
tape for the set time while playing the disc.
After performing steps 1–5 of “GUI (Graphical User Interface) 
Transfer (Dubbing)” (l60),
[6]Set “Time Limit”.
≥If you are not going to change 
the setting, press [4], then skip 
to step 7.
∫Setting the unit to 
transfer (dub) according 
to the set time
(1)Make sure “Time Limit” is 
selected and press [1].
(2)Make sure “Time Limit” is selected and press...

Transferring (Dubbing)
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You can transfer (dub) titles recorded on a disc onto a tape by 
specifying the recording parts while watching them.
Preparation
≥ Select the unit viewing channel (e.g. AV input) on the TV.
DVD
≥Insert the disc containing the title to be copied (l8).
≥Check the channel. If “TP” channel is selected, transfer (dubbing) 
does not work properly.
-When the “TP” channel is selected on DVD, you cannot select the 
“DC” channel on VHS.
VHS
≥ Insert a video cassette with an...

Transferring (Dubbing)
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When connecting to the IN2 input terminals on the front of the 
unit
≥You can also connect to the IN1 input terminals on the rear of the 
unit.
Before connecting any cables, first make sure that the power for 
the unit and the external device are off. Then, after connecting 
cables, turn on both.
Note
≥When recording using the unit’s input terminals, only the sound 
received at the time of recording will be recorded. As long as 
secondary audio that is recorded on the...

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Reference
Bitstream
This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is 
converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by 
a decoder.
CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)
CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to 
be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with 
CPRM compatible recorders and discs.
Decoder
A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This 
is called decoding.
Down-mixing...

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Set upPage
DiscPage
RecordingPage
Frequently asked questions
What equipment is necessary to 
play multi channel surround 
sound?≥DVD-Video:
You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an amplifier 
equipped with a Dolby Digital and a DTS decoder.
≥DVD-Audio:
This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel surround sound.15
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Can the headphones and speakers 
be directly connected to the unit?≥You cannot directly connect to the unit....

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On the unit’s display Page
On the TVPage
On the unit’s displayPage
On the TVPage
Error messages 
∫ Common
H, F
(“” stands for a number.)≥An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Check 
the items in the “Error messages” section and the “Troubleshooting guide”. If the service number 
still does not disappear after the check, follow the Reset procedure described below.
Reset procedure: (“The unit is on but cannot be operated.” l68)...

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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 the “Customer Services Directory” on page 73 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product 
information” on page 72 if you reside in Canada. In other areas, consult your dealer.
PowerPage
DisplaysPage
Troubleshooting guide 
The following do not indicate a problem with the unit:
≥Regular disc...

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OperationPage
PicturePage
Cannot operate the TV.≥Change manufacturer code. Some TVs cannot be operated even if you change the code.
≥Press [TV/VIDEO] to change the input mode to “TV”.19
26, 51
Cannot operate the DVD.≥Press [DVD] when operating DVD.10
Cannot operate the VHS.≥Press [VHS] when operating VHS. 10
The remote control doesn’t 
work.≥The remote control code is wrong. Change to the correct code.
≥The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.
≥Point the remote control...

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Recording, Scheduled recording, Transfer (dubbing), External input Page
Scheduled recording does not 
work properly.
VCR Plus_ system does not 
work properly.≥When connected to cable TV box or satellite receiver, the VCR Plus_ system does not work.
≥The scheduled recording program is incorrect or different scheduled recording times overlap. 
Correct the program.
≥The clock is not correct. Set the clock.
≥Correct the guide channels with “VCR Plus_ Ch. Setting” in the SETUP menu.
≥The...

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DVD PicturePage
DVD SoundPage
DVD PlayPage
∫ DVD
Status messages do not appear.≥Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the SETUP menu. 45
The blue background does not 
appear.≥Select “On” in “Blue Background” in the SETUP menu.45
The 4:3 aspect ratio picture 
expands left and right.
Screen size is wrong.≥Use the TV to change the aspect. If your TV does not have that function, set “Progressive” in 
the Video menu to “Off”.
≥Check the settings for “TV Type”, “4:3 TV Settings for...