Panasonic Dmr Ez17 Operating Instructions Manual

							Basic Operations
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Connection and setting
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Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
Model No. DMR-EZ17
Dear customerThank 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.
The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the silver model of this unit.
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 67.
La referencia rápida en español se encuentra en la página 68-71.
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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.
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE 
ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. •
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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.
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.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. 
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended 
by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to 
the manufacturer’s instructions.
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 users 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 
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
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Precautions
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Unit Care
The precision parts in the unit are readily affected by the 
environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust.
Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.
To clean the unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
Never use alcohol, thinner or benzine to clean the unit.
Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions 
that came with the cloth.
Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and 
viewing pleasure.
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, possibly making 
it impossible to record or play discs.
Use the DVD lens cleaner about once every year, depending on 
frequency of use and the operating environment.
Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.
Lens cleaner: RP-CL720PP •
•Do not place the unit on 
amplifiers or equipment 
that may become hot.
The heat can damage the unit.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.
■ When the unit is not to be used for a long timeTo save power, unplug the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is 
turned off. 
Front Display (➔ 34)
Automatic Bright
Quick Start (➔ 32)On Approx. 14 W Approx. 14 W
Off Approx. 1 W Approx. 2 W
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited 
material due to a problem with the unit or recordable media, and accepts no responsibility and offers no 
compensation for any subsequent damage caused by such loss. 
Examples of causes of such losses are
A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by 
another company.
A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit.
A disc recorded and edited with a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company is 
played in this unit. •
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Table of Contents, Accessories
Getting Started
Precautions .................................................................................................................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................................3
Unit Care .....................................................................................................................................................................3
Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................5
Remote Control Information ........................................................................................................................................5
Basic Operations
Watching Television, Playback ........................................................................................................................ 6
Watching Television Program .................................................................................................................... 6
Playing Discs ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Recording Television Programs ...................................................................................................................... 7
Scheduled Recording ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Deleting Recordings ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Delete Navigator........................................................................................................................................... 9
Delete Recordings During Playback .......................................................................................................... 9
Refer to page 50 for Control Reference Guide.
Advanced Features
Important Notes for Recording  ............................................10
Advanced Recording ............................................................11
Recording Modes and Durations ................................................ 11
When the format confirmation screen is displayed..................... 12
Selecting Audio Channels to record ........................................... 12
When removing a Recorded Disc .............................................. 12
Specifying the Recording Time .................................................. 13
Flexible Recording ...................................................................... 13
Playing while you are recording ................................................. 14
Advanced Scheduled Recording ..........................................15To cancel a scheduled recording in progress ............................. 15
To release the unit from recording standby 
(Before recording starts
 ............................................................ 15
Check, Change, or Delete Programs ......................................... 15
Advanced Playback ..............................................................16Menu Screens on the TV ............................................................ 16
Selecting Recordings to Play ..................................................... 16
Search ........................................................................................ 16
Skip ............................................................................................ 16
Direct Play .................................................................................. 16
Quick View (Play x1.3) ............................................................... 16
Slow-motion Play ........................................................................ 17
Frame-by-Frame Viewing ........................................................... 17
Time Slip .................................................................................... 17
CM Skip ...................................................................................... 17
Create Chapters ......................................................................... 17
Changing Audio during Playback ............................................... 17
Playing Still Pictures (JPEG), MP3 .......................................18Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) ...................................................... 18
Playing MP3s ............................................................................. 19
Playing Playlists ....................................................................20Playlist Properties ...................................................................... 20
View Chapters ............................................................................ 20
Entering Text .........................................................................21
Status Messages ..................................................................21 
Recording from an External Device ......................................22
Recording from a VCR, etc. ........................................................ 22
Recording from a DV Camcorder ............................................... 23
Advanced Editing
Recordings-Editing ...............................................................24Accessing the Recording View ................................................... 24
Editing Operations to Recordings .............................................. 24
Chapters-Creating, Editing ...................................................26Accessing the Chapter View ...................................................... 26
Chapter Operations .................................................................... 26
Setting Menus
DVD Management ................................................................27Accessing the Management Menus ........................................... 27
Setting On-Screen Menus ....................................................30Accessing the On-Screen Menus ............................................... 30
Changing the Unit’s Settings ................................................32Accessing the Setup menu ........................................................ 32
Summary of Settings .................................................................. 32
Setting the Closed Caption ........................................................ 35
Setting the Parental Rating ........................................................ 36
Connection and Setting
Basic Connection ..................................................................38Connecting to a Television with Direct Cable or Antenna 
(No Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) .......................................... 38
Connecting to a Television and a Cable Box  ............................. 39
Connecting to a Television and a Satellite Receiver ................... 40
Using an RF Modulator, if your Television does not have Audio/
Video Terminals .......................................................................... 41
Adding a Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) ...........................42Connecting to a Television and a VCR
(No Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) .......................................... 42
Connecting to a Television, a Cable Box and a VCR .................. 42
Connecting to a Television, a Satellite Receiver and a VCR ...... 42
Connection Options for Improved Playback Quality .............43Using an S Video Cable for Better Video 
(S Video Cable not included) ...................................................... 43
Using Component Cables for Better Video 
(Component Video Cables not included) .................................... 43
Using an Audio Cable for Better Sound ..................................... 43
Using an Optical Digital Audio Cable for Better Sound 
(Optical Digital Audio Cable not included) .................................. 43
Setting the Channels and Clock ...........................................44
Other Settings .......................................................................46
Setting Channel Captions .......................................................... 46
Adding and Deleting Channels ................................................... 46
Selecting Television Type............................................................ 46
Clock Settings ............................................................................ 47
Automatic Off Timer ................................................................... 47
Using the Unit’s Remote Control to Operate the TV and the Set 
Top Box (Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, etc.) ............................. 48
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Reference
Control Reference Guide ......................................................50Remote Control .......................................................................... 50
FUNCTIONS Window ................................................................. 50
Main Unit .................................................................................... 51
The Unit’s Display ...................................................................... 51
Disc Handling .......................................................................52Usable Discs for Recording and Playback ................................. 52
Play-only Discs ........................................................................... 53
Discs that Cannot be Played ...................................................... 53
Inserting Discs ........................................................................... 53
Disc Care ................................................................................... 53
MP3s and Still Pictures (JPEG) ............................................54MP3 File Information .................................................................. 54
Still Picture (JPEG) Information ................................................. 54
Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................................55If the Antenna Connector Doesn’t Match ................................... 55
When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote 
Control ........................................................................................ 55
To Reset This Unit ...................................................................... 55
General Issues: Power ............................................................... 56
General Issues: Displays ............................................................ 56General Issues: Operation ......................................................... 57
Playback Issues: Picture ............................................................ 58
Playback Issues: Sound ............................................................. 58
Playback Issues: Operation ........................................................ 59
Recording Issues: Recording / Scheduled recording / External 
input ........................................................................................... 59
Editing Issues: DVD .................................................................... 60
Frequently Asked Questions .................................................61Setup .......................................................................................... 61
Discs .......................................................................................... 61
Recording ................................................................................... 62
Error Messages ....................................................................63On the Unit’s Display .................................................................. 63
On the TV ................................................................................... 64
Product Service ....................................................................64
Specifications .......................................................................65
Glossary ...............................................................................66
Limited Warranty ...................................................................67
Referencia rápida en espanõl (Spanish Quick Reference) ...68
Index ....................................................................... Back  cover
AccessoriesPlease check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of December 2006. These may be subject to change.)
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 67.
 1  Remote control (EUR7659T50) 2  Batteries for remote control
 1  75 Ω coaxial cable (K2KZ2BA00001) 1  Audio/video cable (K2KA6BA00003)
 1  AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00018)
For use with this unit only. Do not use it with 
other equipment. Also, do not use cords for 
other equipment with this unit. •
Product Registration Card
Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/
Remote Control Information
About batteriesInsert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
R6/LR6, AA
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not use different types at the same time.
Do not heat or expose to flame.
Do not take apart or short circuit.
Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can 
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period 
of time.
Store in a cool, dark place. •
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Using the remote controlAim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, up to a maximum range of 
7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.
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Watching Television,  Playback
Preparation:
 • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the 
connections to this unit.
Watching Television  Program
This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record 
analog and terrestrial digital channels. High Definition (HD) programming is 
“down-converted” and recorded in Standard Definition (SD).
  to turn the unit on.
  to select desired channel.
You can also select channels with the numbered buttons.To directly enter channels for analog and digital broadcasts:
Antenna Mode:  Cable TV Mode:
e.g., “3”:
[0] ➔ [3] ➔ [ENTER]e.g., “5”:
[0] ➔ [0] ➔ [5] ➔ [ENTER]
“13”:
[1] ➔ [3] ➔ [ENTER]“15”:
[0] ➔ [1] ➔ [5] ➔ [ENTER]
To enter the sub channel number for a digital broadcast:
Antenna Mode:  Cable TV Mode:
e.g., “3-1”:
[3] ➔ [-] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER]e.g., “1-1”:
[1] ➔ [-] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER]
“13-1”:
[1] ➔ [3] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER]“15-1”:
[1] ➔ [5] ➔ [-] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER]
The hyphen appears automatically on “Antenna Mode” if you enter two numbers. •
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Playing Discs
Refer to “Advanced Playback” (➔ 16 to 17) for detail information on playback.
RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) CD
  to turn the unit on.
  to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit).
Insert a disc. –
 – The tray closes and play begins.
Stopping Play
Press [g STOP].
– The stopped position is 
memorized.
– The stopped position is cleared 
when you press [g STOP] 
several times.
Pausing Play
Press [h PAUSE].
– Press again to restart play.
 Tips
Icons such as “ RAM ” indicate usable 
discs. Refer to pages 52 and 53.
 Notes
RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW 
-RW(VR)Playback starts from the most recent 
recording.
DVD-V CDPlayback starts from the beginning of 
the disc.
The unit takes some time to read the 
disc before play starts.
Discs continue to rotate while menus are 
displayed. Press [g STOP] when you 
finish to preserve the unit’s motor and 
your television screen. •
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This unit can receive free cable 
television but it cannot receive paid 
services.
This unit can receive music channels 
from digital broadcasters, but you cannot 
record them. Data broadcasts are not for 
viewing or recording.
Multi-channel surround broadcast is 
output in stereo (on 2 channels). •
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Basic Operations
Recording Television  Programs
Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” (➔ 10) and “Advanced Recording” (➔ 11 to 14) for detail information on 
recording.
RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW
Preparation:
•  Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the 
connections to this unit.
• 
RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 27).
  to turn the unit on.
  to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit).
Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space and press 
[; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. –
  to select desired channel.
Antenna Mode: Cable TV Mode:
TVRECPTVRECP
To select with the numbered buttons (➔ 6)
When no channel setting is performed on the unit and broadcast is 
recorded directly from the cable box or satellite receiver, select a 
channel on the connected equipment and press [INPUT SELECT] 
to select “IN1” or “IN2”. –
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  to select the recording mode.
Recording mode (➔ 11)
TVREC RECRECP
Remaining time
  to start recording.
TVRECP
Pausing Recording
Press [h PAUSE].
– Press again to restart recording.
Stopping Recording
Press [g STOP].
 Notes
-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording 
management information after recording finishes.
You cannot change the channel or recording mode during recording. •
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 Tips
Icons such as “ RAM ” indicate usable 
discs. Refer to pages 52 and 53. •
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Scheduled Recording
Refer to “Advanced Scheduled Recording” (➔ 15) for detail information on scheduled recording.
RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW 
Preparation: 
•  Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the 
connections to this unit.
• 
RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 27).
•  Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space.
•  Confirm that the clock on the unit’s display is set to the correct time.
•  If connected via a cable box or satellite receiver, set channel there 
before scheduled recording starts.
 
CANCELSSUB MENUTimer OffA
Schedule listRemaining Recording Time3/26 Tue 12:53 PM1:58 SP DVDChannel No
Press ENTER to set new schedule.
DateOnNew Scheduled RecordingOffMode Check
ENTER
 e, r to select “New Scheduled Recording”, 
then 
 w, q to move through the items and e, r to set 
the items.
Channel/Input – TV Station/External Input
Date/Frequency – You can set a daily or weekly program.
On (start time) / Off (end time)
– Hold button to change in 30-minute increments.
Mode – Recording mode 
Name – Press [ENTER], see page 21.
Channel, Caption
Preview of selected 
channel
SSUB MENU
SCHEDULED 
RECORDINGChannel/
InputDate/
Frequency--------On--:-- --Off--:-- --Mode--
ENTER
RETURN
Name 
Number--09
4-1
4-1 KPO-SD
Remaining Recording Time3/26 Tue 12:53 PM1:58 SP DVD
Cancel
Set Channel/Input.
 
Repeat steps 2−4 to program other recordings. –
  when you have finished programming.
“z” lights on the unit’s display. –
 Notes
Be sure to perform step 5 before the 
scheduled recording time. Scheduled 
recording will work only if “z” is 
displayed.
“z” flashes when the unit cannot go to 
scheduled recording standby. (e.g., a 
recordable disc is not in the disc tray)
It does not flash if Quick Start is off.
When scheduled recordings are set to 
start one immediately after another, the 
unit cannot record the beginning of the 
later program.
If two scheduled recording times 
overlap, the first recording always has 
priority. The second recording will start 
only after the first recording has finished
When starting time for a scheduled 
recording is the same, the recording that 
you programmed later has priority.
If you set DST (Daylight Saving Time) 
to On when manually setting the clock, 
scheduled recording may be affected 
when summer time switches to winter 
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Icons such as “ RAM ” indicate usable 
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Basic Operations
Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered.
Preparation: 
•  Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the 
connections to this unit.
• 
RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 27).
•  Insert a disc and press [; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.
Delete Navigator
RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW 
With the unit stopped
PlaybackProgramDelete
Other Functions
FUNCTIONS
Cartridge Protection   Off
Disc Protection   OffDVD-RAM
ENTER
 
 e, r to select “Delete” 
then 
No.--09
DELETE Navigator 
     DVD-RAMRecordings
Page      02/02 Previous
10 10/27 Mon
NextDelete
07
8 10/27 Mon
08
***01 1.  1.  SUN
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01 1.  1.  SUN
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01 1.  1.  SUN
-- ***01 1.  1.  SUN
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SSUB MENU SelectNextPreviousNo.--09
DELETE Navigator 
     DVD-RAMRecordings
Page      02/02 Previous
10 10/27 Mon
NextDelete
07
8 10/27 Mon
08
***01 1.  1.  SUN
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01 1.  1.  SUN
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SSUB MENU SelectNextPrevious
 e, r, w, q to select the recording, then 
 w to select “Delete” then 
 Tips
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To view other pages
Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER].
You can also press [u, i] to view other pages.
Multiple editing
Select with [e, r, w, q] and press [h PAUSE]. (Repeat.)
A check mark appears. Press [h PAUSE] again to cancel.
Delete Recordings During Playback
RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW 
 
During playback
 
 w to select “Delete” then 
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Deleting Recordings
 Notes
You cannot delete while recording.
+R +R DL +RW Even if you have set 
protection on other equipment, such 
recordings are deleted. 
 Tips
Icons such as “ RAM ” indicate usable 
discs. Refer to pages 52 and 53.
RAM Deleting an item increases the 
available disc space by the amount of 
space taken by the item deleted.
-R -R DL +R +R DL Available disc space 
does not increase after deletion.
-RW(V) +RW Available disc space 
increases when you delete the last 
recording (the recording space may 
increase slightly when other recordings 
are deleted). •
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Recording of 
multi lingual 
broadcasts OBMPH
CSPBEDBTUT
RAM
Both Main and SAP audio can be recorded.You can change the audio during playback. (➔ 17, Changing 
Audio during Playback) 
Main SAP
Hello HolaIf you record from external equipment
Select both “Main” and “SAP” on the 
external equipment. •
Main
-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW
Select the Main or SAP audio before 
recording.
[➔ 34, Multi-channel TV Sound (Analog)]
The selected audio only is recorded.
HelloIf you record from external 
equipment
Select “Main” or “SAP” on 
the external equipment. •
%JHJUBM
CSPBEDBTUTyPress [AUDIO] to switch audio.
yThe selected audio only is recorded.
Recording of 
Widescreen 
broadcastsRAM
Recorded in 16:9 aspect (Widescreen)
If you have a regular 4:3 aspect TV and you receive 16:9 
aspect images from a digital broadcast, they will appear in 
the letterbox format (➔ 66). •
-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW
Recorded in 4:3 aspect
Copy-once 
Recording
12 cm (5˝ )
It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, 
+R, +R DL, +RW or 8 cm (3˝ ) DVD-RAM discs. Use the CPRM (➔ 66) compatible DVD-RAM.•
RAM CPRM compatible discs only-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW
Ye sNo
Playing the 
disc on other 
DVD players-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL
The disc must be finalized after recording (➔ 29).It is necessary to finalize DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording. You can then play them in the same manner as a 
commercially sold DVD-Video. However, the discs become play-only and you can no longer record.*
* You can record again if you format DVD-RW.
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