Panasonic Dmr Ez17 Operating Instructions Manual

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Main Unit
The unit’s display  Disc tray Remote control  
signal sensor 1
2 3 45678 9
Opening the front panel
Press down on the         part 
with your finger.
1  POWER on/off button (POWER ^/I) ........... (➔ 6)Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. 
In the standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount 
of power.
2  Connector for a digital video (DV) 
camcorder ................................................. (➔ 23)
3  IN2 input terminals (IN2) .......................... (➔ 22)
•4 Channel Select ........................................... (➔ 6)
5 Stop button ............................................. (➔ 6, 7)
6 Play/✕1.3 button ......................................... (➔ 6)
7 Reset button ............................................. (➔ 55)
8 Start recording ............................................ (➔ 7)
9  Disc tray open/close button ........................ (➔ 6)
The Unit’s Display
12
3 4 5
1 Recording indicator
2  Main display section
3 Disc indicatorThis indicator lights up when a disc that is supported by this 
unit is inserted.
4  Scheduled recording indicator (➔ 8)On:
When a scheduled recording program is registered and a 
recordable disc is inserted.
Flashes: 
The scheduled recording indicator flashes when the unit cannot 
go to scheduled recording standby (e.g. there is no disc, etc).
It does not flash if Quick Start is off.
5 Progressive indicatorThis indicator lights up when you select “On” in “Progressive” 
(➔ 31).
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Disc Handling
Usable Discs for Recording and Playback
Disc typeRewritable Finalization Needed1Recording 16:9 aspect 
picture2
Recording broadcasts that 
allow one copy (CPRM)
(➔ 10)Standard symbol 
DVD -RAM
Ye s N o  Ye s Ye sRAM
DVD -R
No Yes No (4:3 aspect) No-R before finalization
DVD-V after finalization
DVD -R DL
No Yes No (4:3 aspect) No-R DL before finalization
DVD-V after finalization
DVD -RW
Yes Yes No (4:3 aspect) No-RW(V) before finalization
DVD-V after finalization
+R No Yes No (4:3 aspect) No
+R before finalizationDVD-V after finalization
+R DL No Yes No (4:3 aspect) No
+R DL before finalizationDVD-V after finalization
+RW Yes No No (4:3 aspect) No
+RW
1  Finalization needed for playback on other equipment (➔ 29).RAM can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD-
RAM compatible DVD players.
-R DL  and +R DL can be played back only on equipment 
compatible with these discs.
2  For further information (➔ 10, Important Notes for Recording).
Use of Panasonic discs is recommended.
For available recording times for different discs under 
different recording modes, see “Recording Modes 
and Durations” on page 11.
Formatting and/or recording/initializing constraints 
may prevent you from playing or recording certain 
discs.
Please see specifications (➔ 65) for compatible disc 
versions and recording speeds.
 Tips
Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information 
about DVDs.
http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R
Buy Discs from www.panasonic.com and receive 
Special 20% Discount!
Coupon Code: DVDMEDIA
*Offer good only in 50 United States. •
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RAM will show an increase in available space whenever a recording 
has been erased.
-RW(V) and +RW discs will only show an increase in available 
space when their last recording has been erased.
-R -R DL +R +R DL The discs will show no increase in available 
space after deleting recordings.
You may not be able to record depending on the condition of the 
discs and you may not be able to play them due to the condition of 
the recording.
When recording MTS broadcast, refer to page10.  •
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Play-only Discs
Disc typeStandard symbolUses
DVD-Video
DVD-VHigh quality movie and music discs
DVD-RW
(DVD Video 
Recording 
format)
-RW(VR)
DVD-RW video recorded on 
another DVD recorder*
You can play programs that allow 
“One time only recording” if they 
have been recorded to a CPRM 
compatible disc.
By formatting (➔ 28) the disc, 
you can record to it in DVD-Video 
format.
It may be necessary to finalize 
the disc on the equipment used 
for recording. •
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Audio CD
CD
Recorded audio and music 
(including CD-R/RW*)
CD-R* and CD-RW* with music 
recorded in MP3 (➔ 54)
Still pictures (JPEG) recorded on 
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Discs that Cannot be Played
2.6/5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5˝)
3.95/4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring
DVD-R recorded in DVD Video Recording format
DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW 
(DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL recorded on another 
unit and not finalized (➔ 66)
PAL discs
DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or 
“ALL”
Blu-ray, HD DVD
DVD-Audio
Video CD
DVD-ROM, +R 8 cm (3˝), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, 
Photo CD, CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, DivX 
Video Disc, etc.
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Note about using a DualDisc:
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the 
technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) 
format so play may not be possible.
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* Play may be impossible on some DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format), CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording.
You can play still pictures (JPEG), CD-DA and MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW.  Close the session or finalize the disc after recording.
The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating 
instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
Inserting Discs
  to open the tray.
Insert a disc. –
Insert label-up.
  to close the tray.
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When using 8 cm (3˝ ) DVD-RAM or 
8 cm (3˝ ) DVD-R, remove the disc from 
the cartridge.
It is not possible to record or play 
continuously from one side of a double 
sided disc to the other. You will need to 
eject the disc and turn it over. •
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Disc Care
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RAM Use cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.
Holding a discHandle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertently scratching or getting 
oil from your fingers on the disc. Do not touch the signal surface of 
discs (the shiny side).
Cleaning discsDiscs are not indestructible and occasionally dirt or condensation 
may appear. Clean by gently wiping with a soft, dry lint-free cloth in a 
straight line from the center of the disc to the edge of the disc.
Return discs to their cases when not in use; this helps to protect 
against scratches and dirt.
Storing discsDo not place or store discs in the following locations:
Direct sunlight
Very dusty or humid areas
Near a heat source
Places that undergo extreme shifts in temperature (condensation can 
occur)
Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur
Discs to avoidDiscs that are not perfectly circular in shape
Warped discs, which may not balance properly in your unit, causing 
improper operation or damage to the unit
Cracked discs
Discs with exposed adhesive (from removed stickers or labels, such 
as may occur with rental discs or improperly cared-for discs that were 
previously labeled or re-labeled) •
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MP3s and Still Pictures (JPEG)
MP3 File Information
Playable discsCD
File format MP3
Files must have the extension “.mp3” 
or “.MP3”.
Number 
of folders 
(groups)Maximum number of folders (groups) 
recognizable:
99 folders (groups) (including the root 
folder)
Number of files 
(tracks)Maximum number of files (tracks) 
recognizable:
999 files (tracks) (Total number for 
all the MP3, JPEG and other type of 
files.)
Bit rates 32 kbps to 320 kbps
Sampling 
frequency16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/
32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz
ID3 tags not compatible
If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. 
within an MP3 file, play may not be possible. •
Still Picture (JPEG) Information
Playable discsCD
File format JPEG
Files must have the extension “.jpg” or 
“.JPG”.
Number of 
pixelsbetween 34✕34 and 6144✕4096
(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Number of 
foldersMaximum number of folders 
recognizable:
99 folders (including the root folder)
Number of files Maximum number of files 
recognizable:
999 files (Total number for all the 
MP3, JPEG and other type of files.)
MOTION JPEG not compatible
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CDCompatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended 
formats) and Joliet
This unit is compatible with multi-session; however, reading or play 
of the disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.
Operation may take time to complete when there are many files 
(tracks) and/or folders (groups); some files (tracks) may not display 
or be playable.
Images recorded at a very high resolution may take a long time to 
display.
English alphabetical characters and Arabic numerals are displayed 
correctly. Other characters may not display correctly.
The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is 
displayed on a computer.
Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files 
(tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the order you number 
them.
This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.
Depending on the recording conditions, the disc may not play.
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CDYou can play MP3s and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making 
folders as shown below. Depending on how you create the disc 
(writing software), play may not be in the order you number the 
folders.
How to structure MP3 folders
Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the 
order you want to play them.
Structure of still pictures (JPEG)
Files inside a folder are displayed 
in the order they were updated or 
taken.
When the highest level folders 
are “DCIM” folders, they are 
displayed first on the tree. •
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001001 Group
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
004track.mp3
002 Group 001 Group
003 Group
Root
Order of play
001001 Group
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
004track.mp3
002 Group 001 Group
003 Group
Root
Order of play
001002 Folder
P0000010.jpg
P0000011.jpg
P0000012.jpg
P0000003.jpg
P0000004.jpg
P0000005.jpg
P0000001.jpg
P0000002.jpg
P0000006.jpg
P0000007.jpg
P0000008.jpg
P0000009.jpg
003 Folder
004 Folder
Root
Order of play
001002 Folder
P0000010.jpg
P0000011.jpg
P0000012.jpg
P0000003.jpg
P0000004.jpg
P0000005.jpg
P0000001.jpg
P0000002.jpg
P0000006.jpg
P0000007.jpg
P0000008.jpg
P0000009.jpg
003 Folder
004 Folder
Root
Order of play
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When Other Panasonic Products 
Respond to this Remote Control
Use this function to synchronize the codes for the 
remote control and the main unit when there are other 
Panasonic products close to your unit.
With the unit stopped
 
 e, r to select “Setup”, then q.
 e, r to select “Remote Control 
Code”, then 
 e, r to select the code “Set 
Code1”, “Set Code2”, or “Set 
Code3”, then 
 to set.
  While pressing and holding , 
  press and hold the numbered 
button 
, , or  
corresponding to the code set in 
step 4 for more than 5 seconds to 
set.
  to complete.
When the following indicator appears on the unit’s display
TV
REC RECREC
P
Change the code on the remote control to match the 
code displayed for the main unit (➔ step 5). –
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To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To Reset This Unit
To reset the channel information and the 
clock settings
On the main unit
Press and hold both buttons 
for about 5 seconds.
To reset the ratings level settings
You can reset both parental rating (➔ 36) and 
DVD-Video rating (➔ 33).
With the unit stopped
  to open the disc tray.
On the main unit
 REC
Press and hold 
both buttons for 
about 5 seconds.
To restore the unit if it freezes
On the main unit
Press and hold for more 
than 10 seconds.
The unit is off. –
or
On the main unit
RECPress and hold for 
more than 1 second 
with a pointed object. 
If the Antenna Connector Doesn’t Match
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead to the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75 Ω coaxial 
cable to the antenna terminals on your TV or other equipment. Refer to the other equipment’s operating instructions 
for more information.
Type This unit Other equipment (television etc.)
A twin lead
from the antenna
(Flat) Twin lead 
300 Ω cable300−75 Ω transformer
To this unit’s RF IN 
terminal75−300 Ω transformer
75 Ω coaxial 
cableVHF or UHF
Television
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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 “Customer Services Directory” on page 67.
The following does not indicate a problem with the unit:
Regular disc rotating sound.
Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
Image disturbance during search.
Periodic interruptions to the reception due to satellite broadcasting breaks.
Operations not working due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.)
The unit freezing due to the activation of one of its safety devices (➔ 55, To restore the unit if it freezes). •
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General IssuesPowerPage
No power.  Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC 
outlet.  •38 to 40
The unit switches to standby 
mode.This is a power saving feature. Change “Off Timer” in the Setup menu 
to “Off ” to always keep the unit on. •32
One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [POWER 8] on 
the main unit to turn the unit on. •
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General IssuesDisplaysPage
The display is dim.  Change “Front Display” in the Setup menu.•34
“12:00A” is flashing on the 
unit’s display. Set the clock. •32, 47
The recording time display, and 
the displayed recording times 
of MP3s are different from the 
actual time.Times shown may disagree with actual times. •
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-R -R DL +R +R DL The remaining capacity does not increase even 
if recordings are deleted. •−
Available space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +RW disc 
increases when you delete the last recording (space may increase 
slightly when you delete other recordings). •−
If you record or edit about 200 times or more, the remaining capacity 
of DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R, and +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 searching may not be displayed accurately. •−
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. •−
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General IssuesOperationPage
Cannot operate the TV or Set 
Top Box with the unit’s remote 
control.Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. •48
Select TV or Set Top Box mode on the remote control. •48
The remote control doesn’t 
work.The remote control code is wrong. Change to the correct code. •55
The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. •5
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the main unit. •5
Remove obstacles between the remote control and main unit. •−
Remove dust from the transmission window and the unit’s sensor. •−
Colored glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission. •−
Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be 
subject to sun exposure. •−
It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after 
changing the batteries. •55
It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after 
changing the batteries. •48
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:
Press [POWER 8] on the main unit to switch to off. 
If the unit doesn’t switch to off, reset the unit (➔ 55, “To restore the 
unit if it freezes”). •−
 “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 [POWER 8] on the main unit to switch to off.
If the unit doesn’t switch to off, reset the unit (➔ 55, “To restore the 
unit if it freezes”).
(2)
While the unit is off, press and hold [g] and [CH 1] on the main unit 
at the same time for about 5 seconds. (Ejection may take extra time 
depending on discs.) The disc may be defective. Try another disc.  •−
Cannot eject a disc.  The unit is recording.•−
The unit may have a problem. Eject the disc as in (2) above. •−
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. •
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A password screen appears 
and you are unable to view or 
record.
If the television starts receiving a broadcast with the set rating 
information, a password screen appears and you will be unable to 
view or record. Enter your password to continue.  •36
Time is incorrect after using 
Auto Clock Setting.Try again. If the time is still incorrect, set the clock manually (➔ 32). •47
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Playback IssuesPicturePage
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 electronics retailers. •−
The images from the unit do 
not appear on the TV.
Picture is distorted.
Make sure recorder is connected to an appropriate AV input of the TV.• 38 to 40
Make sure the TV’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct. •
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The TV isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold 
[  CANCEL] for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to 
interlace. •−
Status messages do not 
appear.Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the Setup menu. •34
The black background does not 
appear.Select “On” in “Black Background (Analog)” in the Setup menu. •34
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 ”. •31
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. •34
There is a lot of after-images 
when playing video.Set “DNR” in the Video menu to “Off ”. •31
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 interlaced output. •31
There is no apparent change 
in picture quality when making 
adjustments in the Video menu 
using the on-screen menus.The effect cannot be seen with certain types of video.  •
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Playback IssuesSoundPage
No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio 
type.Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. 
Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. •34, 
38 to 43
Check audio/video (AV) cables. • 38 to 43
Check if TV is muted. •−
Check if amplifier is muted. •−
Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. •17
Sound is not output while fast-forwarding during chasing playback 
and simultaneous record and playback. •−
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 analog MTS broadcast recordings •
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The sound effects will not work when the bitstream signal is output 
from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. •−
Cannot switch audio.  You cannot change the audio type when a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-
RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, or +RW disc is in the disc tray. •−
You cannot change the audio type when playing a recording of an 
analog MTS broadcast on a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-
Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW disc. You can select “Main” or 
“Secondary Audio Program (SAP)” in “Multi-channel TV Sound 
(Analog)” in the Setup menu before recording. •12
Only one language channel is recorded from digital MTS broadcasts, 
so you will be unable to change languages during playback. •12
You have used a digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or 
connect using audio cables (analog connection). •34, 43
There are discs whose audio cannot be changed due to how the 
disc was created. •−
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Playback IssuesOperationPage
Play fails to start even when 
[q PLAY] is pressed.
Play starts but then stops 
immediately.Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. •−
Ensure disc is for the correct DVD-Video region number, and is not 
defective. •Cover,
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The disc is dirty. •53
You tried to play a blank disc or a disc that is unplayable on the unit. •53, 54
When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be 
possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this 
case use EP (6H) mode. •33
You cannot play discs during DV automatic recording. •−
Audio and video momentarily 
pause.This occurs between playlist chapters. •−
This occurs as scenes change during Quick View. •
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-R DL +R DL Images and audio may be interrupted momentarily 
when play reaches the point where the recording passes from the first 
layer to the second.
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DVD-Video is not played.  You have set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Change this 
setting.  •33
Alternative sound track and 
subtitles cannot be selected.The languages are not recorded on the disc. •−
You may have to use the disc’s own menus to select languages and 
audio tracks. •16
No subtitles. When progressive output is on, TV’s closed captions cannot be 
displayed. Go to the Setup menu and turn this unit’s closed captions 
on.  •35
Subtitles are not recorded on the disc. •−
Set “Subtitle” in the Disc menu to “On”. •30
Angle cannot be changed. This function depends on software availability. Angles can only be 
changed during scenes where different angles are recorded. •−
You have forgotten your ratings 
password.With the tray open, press and hold [* REC] and [q] on the main unit 
simultaneously for about 5 or more seconds. •55
Quick View does not work. This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.•−
This does not work while recording in XP or FR mode. •−
The resume play function 
does not work.Memorized positions are canceled when the unit is turned off or when 
the tray is opened.  •
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Recording IssuesRecording / Scheduled recording / External inputPage
Cannot record. You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be 
recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record onto. •
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RAM -RW(V) +RW The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. •28
The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to “PROTECT” or the disc 
is protected with the “DVD Management” settings. •27
Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be 
recorded (CPRM). •52, 66
The disc is full or nearly full. Delete unneeded recordings or use 
another disc. •9, 24
You cannot record on finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-
Video format), +R, +R DL, or DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) 
discs. •−
If you repeatedly insert discs or turn the unit on and off about 50 
times or more, the recording or editing of DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-
RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW discs may be disabled. •−
A DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, 
or +RW disc recorded on the unit may not be recordable on other 
Panasonic DVD recorders. •−
The broadcast you are trying to record is copy-protected. •−
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Recording IssuesRecording / Scheduled recording / External input (Continued)Page
Recording does not stop even 
when [g STOP] is pressed.If you start recording immediately after turning on the unit while 
“Quick Start” is set to “On”, you cannot stop recording for a few 
seconds.  •32
Scheduled recording does not 
work properly.The scheduled recording program is incorrect or different scheduled 
recording times overlap.
Correct the program. •15
The unit is not on scheduled recording standby. (“z” on the unit’s 
display is not on.) Press [^ DVD POWER] to turn the unit off and 
make sure that “z” is on. •8, 15
The clock is not correct. Set the clock. •32, 47
The scheduled recording 
program remains even after 
recording finishes.The scheduled recording program remains if set to daily or weekly. •
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Part or all of a recording has 
been lost.If the power shuts down or the plug is disconnected from the 
household AC outlet while recording or editing, the program may be 
lost or the disc may become unusable. We cannot offer any guarantee 
regarding lost recordings or discs. You will have to format the disc 
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RAM -RW(V) +RW) or use a new disc. •−
Stripe-shaped black noise is 
recorded.An external playback device is interfering with the TV because the 
device is too close to the TV. Move the device away from the TV. •−
Cannot record video or sound 
from the external device.The external device is not correctly connected. •22, 23
The proper external input channel (IN1, IN2, or DV) is not selected. 
Press [INPUT SELECT] to change. •22
The DV Camcorder recording 
function does not work.If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the 
connections and the DV equipment settings. •23
You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment 
appear on the television. •−
Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the 
tape in the DV equipment are not successive. •−
Depending on the equipment, the DV Camcorder recording may not 
operate properly. •−
You can only record audio/video images on a DV tape. •
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Editing IssuesDVDPage
Cannot format.  The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.•53
Disc may be defective or of poor quality. •−
You tried formatting a disc that is not compatible with the unit. •
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+RW Discs created on a computer may not be formatted.  •−
Cannot create chapters. The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you 
turn it off or remove the disc.
The information is not written if there is an interruption in the power. •−
These operations are not possible with still pictures. •
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Cannot delete chapters. When the chapter is too short to delete, use “Combine Chapters” to 
make the chapter longer 
RAM. •26
The available recording time 
doesn’t increase even after 
deleting recordings on the disc.Available space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R, or +R DL does not 
increase even after deleting previous recordings. •−
Available space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +RW increases 
when you delete the last recording.  •−
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