Panasonic Dmr Es45 Operating Instructions Manual

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[RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD]
[+R] [+R]DL] (New disc only)
≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “DVD and card Management”.
[4]Select “Format Disc (DVD)” or “Format memory 
card” with [
3, 4] and press [ENTER].
[5]Select “Yes” with [
2] and press [ENTER]. 
[6]Select “Start” with [
2] and press [ENTER]. 
≥Formatting starts.
≥A message appears when formatting is finished.
Notes
≥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 unusable.
[7]Press [ENTER].
∫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.
Notes
≥When a disc or card has been formatted using this unit, it may not 
be possible to use it on any other equipment.
≥DVD-R, DVD-R DL and CD-R/RW cannot be formatted.
≥You can format DVD-RW only as DVD-Video format on this unit.
≥The disc cannot be formatted if the write protect tab (l60) is 
switched to “PROTECT”. Release the protection to continue.
≥The message “Unable to format” appears when trying to format 
discs the unit cannot use.
[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]
≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “DVD and card Management”.
Select whether to show the top menu after finalizing the disc. Do this 
before finalizing the disc.
[4]Select “Playback will start with:” with [3, 4] 
and press [ENTER].
[5]Use [
3, 4] to select a desired item and 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]
≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “DVD and card Management”.
≥Make selection from “Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first 
–Playback will start with:” before finalizing the disc. (llower left)
You can play DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R 
or +R DL on compatible DVD players by finalizing it on the unit, 
effectively making it into DVD-Video that complies with DVD-Video 
standards.
The menu you create with the unit can also be used on DVD players.
[4]Select “Finalize” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER].
[5]Select “Yes” with [
2] and press [ENTER]. 
[6]Select “Start” with [
2] and press [ENTER]. 
≥Finalizing starts.
≥You cannot cancel finalizing.
≥A message appears when finalizing is finished.
Notes
≥Finalizing can take a few minutes, up to a maximum of 
15 minutes, depending on the remaining space on the disc. 
([-R]DL] [+R]DL] up to 60 minutes)
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
finalizing. This can render the disc unusable.
[7]Press [ENTER].
Notes
≥When finalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it may 
take longer than displayed on the confirmation screen 
(approximately 4 times).
≥After finalizing
-The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit 
it. [-R] [-R]DL] [+R] [+R]DL]
-You can record and edit the disc after formatting (lleft) although 
it becomes play-only after finalizing. [-RW‹V›]
-DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or +R DL 
finalized on the unit may not be playable on other players 
depending on the condition of the recording.
-There is a pause of several seconds between titles and chapters 
during play.
-Titles are divided into about 5-minute chapters° ([-R]DL] [+R]DL] 8 
minutes)
°This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode 
of recording.
≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs.
http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R
Deleting all 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 even if you have 
set protection.
Selecting whether to show the Top 
Menu first
–Playback will start with:
Format Disc (DVD)
Formatting the disc will erase all contents.
This will take approximately 1 minute.
Do you want to continue?
Ye s N oe.g.; [RAM]
Format Disc (DVD)
Protected contents will be erased too.
Are you sure you want to continue?
Start Cancel
Playback will start with:
DVDs Top  MenuFirst Title on DVD
Enabling discs to be played on other 
equipment
–Finalize
Finalize
Finalizing will take approximately 
≤ minutes.
Do you want to continue? (Required for
playback on compatible DVD players.)
Ye s N o
Finalize
Finalizing is necessary to enable playback
of the disc on compatible DVD players.
Once finalized, titles cannot be added  
to the disc.
Continue finalizing the disc?
Start Cancel
DVD and card Management
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DVD and card Management
[-R]DL] [+R]DL]
≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “DVD and card Management”.
DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two layer of recording surface on 
one side. this unit does not offer seamless recording on two layers. 
Recording stops when space on the first layer becomes full. You 
must close the first layer to start recording on the second layer. 
Closing makes the first layer unavailable for recording (edition is still 
available. You cannot cancel closing. Make certain before 
proceeding.
[4]Press [3, 4] to select “Close First Layer” and 
press [ENTER].
[5]Press [
2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
[6]Press [
2, 1] to select “Start” and press 
[ENTER].
Closing the layer starts. You cannot cancel closing.
Closing the layer can take several minutes, up to a maximum of 
30 minutes, depending on the remaining space on the first layer.
Note
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while closing the 
layer. This will render the disc unusable.
[7]Press [ENTER].
∫To confirm the layer you can record
You can confirm the remaining recording time on the layer you can 
record.
Notes
≥You cannot close the first layer when it has no recording.
≥By closing the layer, you can record or edit discs that have been 
recorded on the second layer by other equipment.[+RW]
≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “DVD and card Management”.
+RW discs contain no Top Menu data. Top menu is a convenient 
function. We recommend you to create the menu before playing a 
+RW disc on other equipment.
[4]Press [3, 4] to select “Create DVD Top Menu” 
and press [ENTER].
[5]Press [
2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
[6]Press [
2, 1] to select “Start” and press 
[ENTER].
Creating Top Menu starts. You cannot cancel creating.
Creating Top Menu can take a few minutes.
[7]Press [ENTER].
Notes
≥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.
Enabling the second layer on DL (dual-
or double-layer on single side) discs to 
be recordable
–Close First Layer
DVD/VHS 
CHAPTERCREATE 
TV/VIDEO
RETURN
AB
SCHEDULE
DELETE ADD/DLTCH
ENTER
FUNCTIONS
VOLUMECH
CH
POWER POWER
PL AYPA U S E STOPSKIP/INDEX
SLOW/SEARCH
REW
FF
3
2
1
6
5 4
9
8
7
0
INPUT
SELECT
VCR/TV
F Rec
REC MODE
SUB MENU
CM SKIPTIME SLIP/     JET REW
DIRECTNAVIGATOR
DISPLAY AUDIO
RECSTATUS
TRACKING/V-LOCKTRACKING/V-LOCK
RESETRESET
CANCEL
DRIVE
 SELECT
DRIVE
SELECT
µ
Í
RETURN
FUNCTIONS3, 4, 2, 1
ENTER
Numeric
buttons
Titles 7DVD
MANAGEMENT
Disc Name
Finalize
Used Time  0 : 58Free Time 0 : 42 (SP) 
Of the first layer
To p  M e n uPlayback will start with:
DVD-R DL
ENTER
Close First Layer
Creating Top Menu
–Create DVD Top Menu
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Changing the unit’s settings
Use the following procedure to change the settings if necessary.
[1]While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
[2]Select “Other 
Functions” with [
3, 4] 
and press [ENTER].
[3]Select “Setup” with 
[
3,4] and press 
[ENTER].
[4]Select a menu with [
3, 4] and press [2, 1].
[5]Select an item to be changed with [
3, 4] and 
press [ENTER].
[6]Select an option with [
3, 4] and press [ENTER].
≥Some options require different operations. Follow the 
displayed instructions.
∫To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN]. Even if you have changed an option, the change 
is not activated until you press [ENTER].
∫To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
For your reference
≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
You can limit play of DVDs unsuitable for some audiences (children, 
for example). Play and changes to the settings are not possible 
unless you enter a password.
Preparation
≥Select DVD side with pressing [DRIVE SELECT].
When setting ratings The password screen is shown when you select levels 0 to 7.
[1]Input a 4-digit password with the numeric buttons. 
≥If you enter a wrong number, press [2] to erase it before you 
press [ENTER].
≥Do not forget your password.
[2]Press [ENTER].
[3]Press [ENTER].
The password is entered and the unit is locked.
Now, when you insert a DVD-Video that exceeds the ratings limit 
you set, a message appears on the TV.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
When changing ratingsThe password screen is shown when you select “Ratings” (l64)
[1]Input a 4-digit password with the numeric buttons and press 
[ENTER]. 
Unlock Recorder:To unlock the unit and return the rating to 8
Change Password:To change your password
Change Level:To change the rating level
Temporary Unlock:To temporarily unlock the unit (the unit locks 
again if you switch it to standby or open the 
disc tray)
[2]Select a desired item with [3, 4] and press [ENTER].
Actual screens depend on the operation. Follow the on-screen 
instructions.This description shows the initial settings for the unit. For 
details on menu operation. (lleft)
≥Underlined items are the factory default settings.
≥ indicates settings effective for both DVD and 
VHS.
≥ indicates settings effective for DVD only.
≥ indicates settings effective for VHS only.
∫Channel 
Signal Source (RF IN) 
(l19)
Select to suit the type of antenna you are using.
[Antenna] [CableTV
]
Set Channels Automatically (l19)
Preset Channel Captions (l20)
Manual Channel Captions (l20)
∫Setup 
Off Timer
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.
[2 Hours] [6 Hours
] [Off]
Remote Control Code (l21)
[Set Code 1
] [Set Code 2] [Set Code 3]
Clock Settings
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
Set Clock Automatically (l22)
Set Clock Manually (l19)
Adjust Time Zone (l22)
This corrects the time set in Auto Clock Setting.
The status is not displayed on the Setup menu when the Auto 
Clock Setting is not set.
[
j1] [0][i1]
Quick Start
1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording on DVD-RAM°
°From the power off state, recording on DVD-RAM starts about 
1 second after first pressing the [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] and then 
sequentially pressing the [¥, REC] (Quick Start Mode).
Power consumption is also higher when the unit is turned off if this is 
set to “On”.
[On
] [Off]
Restore Default Settings
This returns Setup menus to default settings, except for the clock, 
channel settings, ratings level, and on-screen language.
[Yes] [No
]
Common procedures
Entering a password (Ratings)
No DiscFUNCTIONS No Disc
Program
CopyOther Functions
ENTER
RETURN
(1) (2) (3)
Channel
Setup
Disc
Video
VHS ENTER Audio
Display
TV Screen
SetupOff TimerRemote Control Code
Clock Settings
Restore Default Settings6 Hours
Set Code 1
Quick Start
On(1) Menus
(2) Items
(3) Options
Summary of settings
/
/
/
DVD and card Management/Changing the unit’s settings
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Changing the unit’s settings
≥ Underlined items are the factory default settings. 
∫Disc 
Settings for Playback
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
Ratings (“Entering a password (Ratings)” l63)
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)
[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.
Changing ratings (When level 0 to 7 is selected)
[Unlock Recorder] [Change Password]
[Change Level] [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)] [Audio Mode (Video Off)
]
Audio Language
[English] [French] [Spanish] [Original] [Other ¢¢¢¢]
Subtitle Language
[Automatic] [English] [French] [Spanish] [Other ¢¢¢¢]
Menu Language
[English] [French] [Spanish] [Other ¢¢¢¢]
Choose the language for audio, subtitles and disc menus. [DVD-V]
≥If a language which is not recorded is selected, or if languages 
are already fixed on the disc, the language set as the default on 
the disc will be played instead. 
Original
The original language of each disc will be selected. 
Other ¢¢¢¢
This is the language code setting. 
Input a code number with the numeric buttons. 
(l66, “Language code list”)
Automatic
If the language selected for “Audio Language” is not available, 
subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available 
on the disc. 
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 [l26, “Recording modes and approximate recording times (DVD)”].
[EP-Extended Play (6H)] [EP-Extended Play (8H)]
∫Video 
Still Mode (paused video)
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. 
(l76, “Frame and field”)
[Automatic
] [Field] [Frame]
Black Level Control
Select “Normal”, “Lighter” or “Darker” to adjust the black level control 
to the desired setting for picture enhancement.
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
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/PB/PR) terminals. 
[Lighter] [Normal
][Darker]
∫Audio 
Dynamic Range Compression
[DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only)
Change the dynamic range (l76) for easier listening in low volume.
[On] [Off
]
Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)
[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]
Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type (SAP) 
when recording or transferring (copying) to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-
Video format) or +R. (You cannot select the audio type on the unit 
when recording audio to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or 
+R from an external device. Select it on the external device.)
[Main
] [Secondary Audio Program (SAP)]
Digital Audio Output
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through 
the unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (l16).
Press [ENTER] to display the menu.
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 above 
settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz 
or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.
[On] [Off
]
Dolby Digital
Choose whether to output by “Bitstream” which 
processes Dolby Digital signals on other connected 
equipment or to convert the signals to “PCM (2ch)” on the unit 
before output. 
[Bitstream
][PCM]
DTS
Choose whether to output by “Bitstream” which 
processes DTS signals on other connected equipment 
or to convert the signals to “PCM (2ch)” on the unit 
before output. 
[Bitstream
][PCM]
°Incorrect settings can cause noise to be output which can be 
harmful to your ears and speakers, and audio will not be recorded 
properly on media such as mini discs.
Select Audio Channel for DV Input
You can select the kind of audio when recording from the unit’s DV 
in terminal. (l57)
[Stereo 1
] [Stereo 2] [Mix]
Video Mode 
(Video ON)The setting returns to “Audio Mode (Video Off)” 
when you change the disc or turn the unit off.
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.
FieldSelect if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected.
FrameSelect if you cannot see small text or fine patterns 
clearly when “Automatic” is selected.
OnSignals 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.)
OffSignals 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.)
BitstreamWhen you have connected the unit to a piece of 
equipment having Dolby Digital logo.
PCMWhen you have connected the unit to a piece of 
equipment that doesn’t have Dolby Digital logo°.
BitstreamWhen you have connected the unit to a piece of 
equipment having DTS logo. 
PCMWhen you have connected the unit to a piece of 
equipment that doesn’t have DTS logo°.
Stereo 1Records audio (L1, R1)
Stereo 2Records added audio such as narration (L2, R2) 
subsequent to original recording.
MixRecords both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2.
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≥ Underlined items are the factory default settings. 
∫Display 
Status Messages 
Choose whether to show status messages automatically or not.
[Automatic] [Off]
On-screen Language 
Choose the language for these menus and the on-screen 
messages.
[English
] [Español] [Français]
Blue Background 
Select whether to show the blue background, normally shown when 
TV reception is poor.
[On
] [Off]
FL Display 
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.
[Bright
] [Dim] [Automatic]
∫TV Screen 
TV Type 
(l20) 
Choose the setting to suit your TV and preference. 
[Aspect 4:3 & 480i] [Aspect 4:3 & 480p]
[Aspect 16:9 & 480i] [Aspect 16:9 & 480p]
Functions of HDMI 
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
HDMI Video Output
[On] [Off]
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.
[Auto
] [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] [Normal
]
HDMI RGB Output Range
Effective when connected to a device that only supports RGB 
output.
[Standard
] [Enhanced]
HDMI Audio Output
[On] [Off]
HDMI Connection Speakers Setting
You can set the unit to output the best possible sound for your 
speakers.
[Auto
] [Multi Channel] [2 Channel]
Multi Channel Setting
Displayed when “Multi Channel” is selected in “HDMI Connection 
Speakers Setting”
You can adjust the settings for speaker size, presence and audio-
delay. (l66)
Ctrl with HDMI
[On] [Off]
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video 
You can select how to display the image on the TV when you watch 
16:9 images (DVD-Video) on a 4:3 standard aspect TV. (l76)
[Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit)
] [Letterbox (Shrink to fit)]
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM 
You can select how to display the image on the TV when you watch 
16:9 images (DVD-RAM) on a 4:3 standard aspect TV. (l76)
[4:3 Aspect] [Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit)]
[Letterbox (Shrink to fit)
]
∫VHS 
Select Tape Length
Set the length of tape you are using so the unit can show the correct 
remaining time.
[T120
] [T160] [T180]
Jet Search (l37)
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.
[k27] [k
35]
≥Select [k27] if the picture is poor at [k35].
AutomaticThe display turns dark during play, and reappears 
momentarily if a button is pressed. When the unit is 
turned off, the unit’s display disappears. While using 
this mode the standby power consumption can be 
reduced.
OffVideo is output from COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 
terminal.
AutoAutomatically selects the output resolution best suited 
to the connected television (1080i, 720p or 480p).
FullVideo output is enlarged to match the screen size.
NormalVideo is output as 4:3 aspect. Side panels (black bars 
on the left and right) will appear on the screen.
EnhancedWhen the black and white images are not distinct.
OffAudio is output from an amplifier when using the 
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal.
/
/
/
AutoWhen using the speaker settings of the connected 
equipment
Multi 
ChannelWhen using three or more speakers with equipment 
that cannot set the speaker settings
2 ChannelWhen using two speakers
OnWhen “On” is selected, you can operate other “Ctrl 
with HDMI” compatible devices using the “Ctrl with 
HDMI”.
Pan and Scan 
(Stretch to fit)Video recorded for a widescreen is played with 
the sides cut off if Pan & Scan was specified.
If 16:9 software prohibits Pan & Scan, the 
image will appear in the letterbox style (with 
black bands above and below the picture) 
despite the setting here. 
Letterbox 
(Shrink to fit)Video recorded for a widescreen is played in 
the letterbox style. 
4:3 AspectTitles are played as recorded. 
Pan and Scan 
(Stretch to fit)Video recorded for a widescreen is played with 
the sides cut off.
Letterbox 
(Shrink to fit)Video recorded for a widescreen is played in 
the letterbox style. 
T120T30, T60, T90 and T120 tapes
T160T140 and T160 tapes
T180T180 tapes
Changing the unit’s settings
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Changing the unit’s settings
Change the speaker setting to suit your speakers
[1]Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the speaker icon 
(a) and press [ENTER].
[2]Press [
3, 4] to select the setting and 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 only 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 an item (b) and 
press [ENTER].
[2]Press [
3, 4] change the content and press 
[ENTER].
Changing the speaker setting to suit your speakers
To set the speaker presence and size (a)
ms
ms L
Complete
LSR
SW
C
RS 0.0 0.0
a
a
a
aaa
b
bCenter
Front (R) Front (L)
Complete
 (LS)  (RS)Subwoofer
Surround
No Small LargeTo set the delay time (b)
d Center speaker
Difference Setting
Approx. 34 cm (1
1/10 feet)1.0 ms
Approx. 68 cm (2
1/5 feet)2.0 ms
Approx. 102 cm (3
3/10 feet)3.0 ms
Approx. 136 cm (4
2/5 feet)4.0 ms
Approx. 170 cm (5
1/2 feet)5.0 ms
f 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
LR
C
c
d
eSW
LS RS
:Recommended 
placement
Language code list
Abkhazian: 6566
Afar: 6565
Afrikaans: 6570
Albanian: 8381
Ameharic: 6577
Arabic: 6582
Armenian: 7289
Assamese: 6583
Aymara: 6589
Azerbaijani: 6590
Bashkir: 6665
Basque: 6985
Bengali, Bangla: 6678
Bhutani: 6890
Bihari: 6672
Breton: 6682
Bulgarian: 6671
Burmese: 7789
Byelorussian: 6669
Cambodian: 7577
Catalan: 6765Chinese: 9072
Corsican: 6779
Croatian: 7282
Czech: 6783
Danish: 6865
Dutch: 7876
English: 6978
Esperanto: 6979
Estonian: 6984
Faroese: 7079
Fiji: 7074
Finnish: 7073
French: 7082
Frisian: 7089
Galician: 7176
Georgian: 7565
German: 6869
Greek: 6976
Greenlandic: 7576
Guarani: 7178
Gujarati: 7185Hausa: 7265
Hebrew: 7387
Hindi: 7273
Hungarian: 7285
Icelandic: 7383
Indonesian: 7378
Interlingua: 7365
Irish: 7165
Italian: 7384
Japanese: 7465
Javanese: 7487
Kannada: 7578
Kashmiri: 7583
Kazakh: 7575
Kirghiz: 7589
Korean: 7579
Kurdish: 7585
Laotian: 7679
Latin: 7665
Latvian, Lettish: 7686
Lingala: 7678Lithuanian: 7684
Macedonian: 7775
Malagasy: 7771
Malay: 7783
Malayalam: 7776
Maltese: 7784
Maori: 7773
Marathi: 7782
Moldavian: 7779
Mongolian: 7778
Nauru: 7865
Nepali: 7869
Norwegian: 7879
Oriya: 7982
Pashto, Pushto: 8083
Persian: 7065
Polish: 8076
Portuguese: 8084
Punjabi: 8065
Quechua: 8185
Rhaeto-Romance: 8277Romanian: 8279
Russian: 8285
Samoan: 8377
Sanskrit: 8365
Scots Gaelic: 7168
Serbian: 8382
Serbo-Croatian: 8372
Shona: 8378
Sindhi: 8368
Singhalese: 8373
Slovak: 8375
Slovenian: 8376
Somali: 8379
Spanish: 6983
Sundanese: 8385
Swahili: 8387
Swedish: 8386
Tagalog: 8476
Tajik: 8471
Tamil: 8465
Tatar: 8484Telugu: 8469
Thai: 8472
Tibetan: 6679
Tigrinya: 8473
Tonga: 8479
Turkish: 8482
Turkmen: 8475
Twi: 8487
Ukrainian: 8575
Urdu: 8582
Uzbek: 8590
Vietnamese: 8673
Volapük: 8679
Welsh: 6789
Wolof: 8779
Xhosa: 8872
Yiddish: 7473
Yoruba: 8979
Zulu: 9085
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Messages
On the unit’s display Page
On the TVPage
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.” l69)
≥
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and contact a qualified service person.
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SET  (“” stands for a number.)≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. 21
HARD ERR≥
If there is no change after turning the unit on and off, consult the dealer where the unit was purchased.–
NoREAD≥The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot record, play, or edit.
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Frequently asked questions
Set upPage
DiscPage
RecordingPage
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 
this unit with a HDMI cable or an optical digital cable to an amplifier with a built-in (Dolby Digital or 
DTS) decoder.
≥An amplifier supporting CPPM and the HDMI standard version 1.1 must be connected to this unit to 
play multi-channel audio on a DVD-Audio.16
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Can the headphones and 
speakers be directly 
connected to the unit?≥You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier etc.16
The television has S VIDEO 
IN terminal, COMPONENT 
VIDEO IN terminals and 
HDMI IN terminal. Which 
should I connect with?≥The output picture quality increases in the following order.
-VIDEO IN terminal, S VIDEO IN terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals and HDMI IN 
terminal. However the unit will take longer to startup when this it is connected with the HDMI IN 
terminal.–
Is my TV progressive output 
compatible? ≥All Panasonic TVs that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you 
have another brand of TV.–
Can I play DVD-Video, DVD-
Audio and Video CDs bought 
in another country? ≥You can play them if the video standard is NTSC.
≥However, you cannot play DVD-Video if its region number does not include “1” or “ALL”.–
Cover
Can a DVD-Video that does 
not have a region number be 
played? ≥The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. You cannot play discs 
that do not have a region number.–
Please tell me about DVD-R, 
DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, 
+R DL and +RW 
compatibility with the unit.≥The unit records and plays DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW, 
and plays DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format).
≥The unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible discs.
≥After recording but before finalizing +R, +R DL discs
-You may not be able to play and record discs on this unit after recording them on other Panasonic 
products or other manufacturer’s equipment.
-You may not be able to play and record discs on other equipment after recording them on this unit.
After finalizing the disc, however, you will be able to play it on any DVD-Video compatible player.6, 7
6
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Please tell me about CD-R 
and CD-RW compatibility 
with the unit.≥This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs which have been recorded in one of the following standards: 
CD-DA, Video CD, MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). Close the session or finalize the disc after 
recording. This unit can recognize up to 99 folders (groups) and 999 files (tracks) on a disc with MP3 
or still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).
≥You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with the unit.7, 34, 
35
7
Can I record from a 
commercially purchased 
video cassette or DVD?≥Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected; therefore, recording is usually 
not possible.–
Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-
RW (DVD-Video format), +R, 
+R DL and +RW recorded on 
the unit be played on other 
equipment?≥You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on this unit. It is 
not necessary to finalize +RW. However, depending on the condition of the recording, the quality of 
the disc and capabilities of the DVD player, play may not be possible. To enable play on other DVD 
players, please use “Create DVD Top Menu” in the DVD management menu.61
Can I record digital audio 
signals using the unit?≥You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on the unit are for output only. (The 
audio recorded from a digital video camcorder using the DV automatic recording function, for 
example, is recorded digitally.)–
Can a digital audio signal 
from the unit be recorded to 
other equipment?≥You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the “Digital Audio Output” 
settings to the following from the Setup menu.
-PCM Down Conversion “On”
-Dolby Digital “PCM”
-DTS “PCM”
However, only
-As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted.
-As long as the recording equipment is compatible with 48 kHz of sampling frequency.
≥You cannot record MP3 signals.64
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Can I switch to SAP during 
recording? ≥With DVD-RAM, you can, and the audio recorded also changes. Just press [AUDIO].
≥With DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, +RW you cannot. Change 
before recording with “Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)” in the Setup menu.27
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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 the “Customer Services Directory” on page 77 if you reside in the U.S.A. In other areas, consult your dealer.
PowerPage
DisplaysPage
OperationPage
The following do not indicate a problem with the unit:
≥Regular disc rotating sound.
≥Poor reception due to atmospheric condition.
≥Image disturbance during search.
≥Periodic interruptions to reception due to satellite broadcasting breaks.
≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.)
≥The unit freezes due to the activation of one of its safety devices. (Press and hold [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit for 10 seconds.)
No power≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC outlet. 14
The unit switches to the 
standby mode.≥This is a power saving feature. Change “Off Timer” in the “Setup” menu, if you would prefer.
≥One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit to turn the unit 
on.63
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The display is dim.≥Change “FL Display” in the Setup menu. 65
“12:00A” is flashing on the 
unit’s display.≥Set the clock.19, 22
The recording time display, 
the transfer (copying) 
process display and the 
displayed recording time of 
MP3 are different from the 
actual time.≥Times shown may disagree with actual times.
≥In DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL the remaining capacity does not increase even if titles are 
deleted.
≥Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +RW increases when the last 
recorded title is deleted. (The recording space may increase slightly when other titles are deleted.)
≥If you repeat recording or editing about 200 times or more, the remaining capacity of the DVD-R, 
DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL is reduced and then recording or editing may be disabled. (For the second 
layer on DVD-R DL and +R DL, this happens after about 60 times.)
≥The time during fast forward and rewind, or the process during transfer (copy) may not be displayed 
accurately.–
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Compared to the actual 
recorded time, the elapsed 
time displayed is less.≥The displayed recording/play time is converted from the number of frames at 29.97 frames (equal to 
0.999 seconds) to one second. There will be a slight difference between the time displayed and the 
actual elapsed time (e.g.,actual one-hour elapsed time may display as approximately 59 minutes 
56 seconds). This does not affect the recording.–
“U88” is displayed and the 
disc cannot be ejected.≥The unit is carrying out the recovery process. Do the following to eject the disc.
(1) Press [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit to switch to standby.
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit for about 
10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.
(2) While the unit is off, press and hold [∫] and [CH, W] on the main unit at the same time for about 
5 seconds. Remove the disc.–
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”.21
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Cannot operate the DVD.≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select DVD drive when operating DVD.12
Cannot operate the VHS.≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select VHS drive when operating VHS. 12
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 at the remote control sensor on the main unit.
≥Remove obstacles between the remote control and main unit.
≥Colored glass may abstruct the signal reception/transmission.
≥Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight exposure.
≥It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries.
≥It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after changing the batteries.21
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10
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10
The unit is on but cannot be 
operated.≥Some operations are prohibited by the disc.
≥The unit is warm (“U59” appears on the unit’s display). Wait until “U59” disappears.
≥One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.
Reset the unit as follows:
(1) Press [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit to switch to standby.
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit for about 
10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.
Alternatively, disconnect the AC power supply cord, wait for about 1 minute, then reconnect it.
(2) Press [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit to turn the unit on.–
–
–
Cannot eject a disc.≥The unit is recording
≥The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, hold down [∫] and [CH, W] on the main unit 
simultaneously for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.–
–
Startup is slow≥Startup takes time in the following situations.
-A disc other than a DVD-RAM is inserted.
-The clock is not set.
-Immediately after a power failure or the AC power supply cord is connected.
-When the unit is connected with an HDMI cable.–
Takes time to read DVD-RAM≥It may take time to read a disc if it is being used for the first time in this unit or it has not been used 
for a long time.–
Frequently asked questions/Troubleshooting guide
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PicturePage
SoundPage
TV reception worsens after 
connecting the unit.≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It can 
be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers.–
The images from the unit do 
not appear on the TV.
Picture is distorted.≥Make sure that the TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT terminal, 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal on the unit.
≥Make sure that the TV’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct.
≥The TV isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold [∫] and [“DVD] on the main unit at 
the same time for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace.
≥When connecting with a component video cable to a television that is incompatible with progressive 
video, check if there is also an HDMI cable connected to an amplifier, etc. If so, turn the power off to 
the device connected with an HDMI cable, and set the “HDMI Video Output” to “Off” in the Setup 
menu.
≥To output video from a device connected with an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Video Output” to “On” in the 
Setup menu.
≥Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. 
Reduce the number of connected devices.14–17
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Status messages do not 
appear.≥Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the Setup menu. 65
The blue background does 
not appear.≥Select “On” in “Blue Background” in the Setup menu.65
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”.
≥If you connect an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Output Display Aspect” in the Setup menu to “Normal”.
≥Check the settings for “TV Type”, “4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video”, or “4:3 TV Settings for DVD-
RAM” in the Setup menu.40
65
65
There is a lot of after-image 
when playing video.≥Set “DNR” in the Video menu to “Off”.40
When playing DVD-Video 
using progressive output, 
one part of the picture 
momentarily appears to be 
doubled up.≥Set “Progressive” in the Video menu to “Off”. This problem is caused by the editing method or 
material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.
≥When you use the HDMI AV OUT terminal for video output, follow the steps below for setting.
(1) Connect this unit to the TV with any cable except the HDMI cable
(2) Set “HDMI Video Output” in the Setup menu to “Off”40
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There is no apparent change 
in picture quality when 
adjusted with the Video menu 
in the on-screen menus.≥The effect cannot be seen with certain types of video.–
No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired 
audio type.≥Check the connections and “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if 
you have connected one.
≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.
≥Set “V. Surround Sound” in the Audio menu to “Off” in the following cases.
-When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs.
-When playing MTS broadcast titles.
≥This unit cannot playback multi-channel discs that prevent down-mixing unless the unit is connected 
with a HDMI cable to an amplifier supporting CPPM and the HDMI standard version 1.1. Refer to the 
disc jacket for more information. [DVD-A] 
≥The sound effects will not work when the bitstream signal is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal 
or the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. 
≥Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables.
Reduce the number of connected devices.
≥When the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Optical) terminal is used for audio output and the unit is connected 
to the television with a HDMI cable, set HDMI Audio Output to “Off” in the setup menu.
≥If the sound is distorted when the unit is connected to an amplifier with the HDMI cable, adjust the 
settings in “HDMI Connection Speakers Setting” in the Setup menu to match the connection.
≥Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be distorted if this unit is connected with a 
HDMI cable.16, 64
27, 33
40
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65
65
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Cannot switch audio.≥You cannot change the audio type when a DVD-R, a DVD-R DL, a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), a 
+R, a +R DL or a +RW is in the disc tray.
≥You cannot change the audio type when playing a DVD-R, a DVD-R DL, a DVD-RW (DVD-Video 
format), a +R, a +R DL or a +RW. (You can select “Main” or “Secondary Audio Program (SAP)” in 
“Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)” in the Setup menu before recording.)
≥You have used a digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables 
(analog connection).
≥There are discs whose audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.–
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