Panasonic Dmr Ez27 Operating Instructions Manual

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Main Unit
REC
The unit’s display  Disc tray Remote control  
signal sensor 1
2 4356789bk
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 ................................................. (➔ 25)
3  SD card slot .............................................. (➔ 64)
4  IN2 input terminals (IN2) .......................... (➔ 24)
•5 Channel Select ........................................... (➔ 6)
6 Stop button ................................................. (➔ 7)
7 Play/x1.3 button .......................................... (➔ 7)
8 Reset button ............................................. (➔ 66)
9 Start recording ............................................ (➔ 8)
bk  Disc tray open/close button ........................ (➔ 7)
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 (➔ 9)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” 
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Usable Discs for Recording and Playback
Disc typeRewritable Finalization Needed1Recording 16:9 aspect 
picture2
Recording broadcasts that 
allow one copy (CPRM)
(➔ 11)Standard symbol 
DVD -RAM
—RAM
DVD -R
— — (4:3 aspect) —-R before finalization
DVD-V after finalization
DVD -R DL
— — (4:3 aspect) —-R DL before finalization
DVD-V after finalization
DVD -RW
— (4:3 aspect) —-RW(V) before finalization
DVD-V after finalization
+R —
— (4:3 aspect) —+R before finalizationDVD-V after finalization
+R DL —
— (4:3 aspect) —+R DL before finalizationDVD-V after finalization
+RW
— — (4:3 aspect) —+RW
1  Finalization needed for playback on other equipment (➔ 46).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 (➔ 11, 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 12.
Formatting and/or recording/initializing constraints 
may prevent you from playing or recording certain 
discs.
Please see specifications (➔ 77) for compatible disc 
versions and recording speeds.
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Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information 
about DVDs.
http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R (This site is in 
English only.)
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.
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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 (➔ 45) 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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DVD -R
DVD -R DLDivXDVD-R and DVD-R DL* with 
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Audio CD
CDRecorded audio and music 
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—DivX, MP3, 
JPEGCD-R and CD-RW* with video 
recorded in DivX (➔ 65)
CD-R and CD-RW* with music 
recorded in MP3 (➔ 65)
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 (➔ 78)
PAL discs
Discs recorded with AVCHD format
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, 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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* Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording.Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.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.
Cards Usable on this Unit
TypeStandard symbolData that can be 
recorded and playedInstructions
SD Memory Card 
(from 8MB to 2GB), 
SDHC Memory Card (4GB), 
miniSD Card* 
SDStill picturesYou can insert directly into the SD card slot.
*  A miniSD card adaptor included with the miniSD card is necessary.You can play and copy still pictures taken on a digital camera, 
etc. (➔ 19, 34) •
The card types mentioned above will be referred to as “SD Card” in these operating instructions.
Suitable SD Cards
When using SD Memory Cards 4 GB  only SD Memory Cards that display the SDHC logo can be used.
Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.
Please confirm the latest information on the following website. 
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site is in English only.)
If the SD Card is formatted on other equipment, the time necessary for recording may be longer. Also, if the SD Card is 
formatted on a PC, you may not be able to use it on this unit. 
This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards that meet SD Card Specifications FAT 12 and FAT 16 formats, as well as 
SDHC Memory Cards in FAT 32 format.
SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-compatible 
equipment. SDHC Memory Cards cannot be used with equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards.
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Inserting Discs
  to open the tray.
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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 
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Inserting/Removing the SD Card
ADAPTER
Opening the front panel
Press down.Inserting the card
Press on the center of 
the card until it clicks 
into place.If you are using a 
miniSD card, insert it 
into the miniSD card 
adaptor that comes 
with the card.
Insert and remove this 
adaptor from the unit.
Insert the card label up with the cut-off corner on the right.
(Do not forget to close the front panel. ➔ right)Removing the card
Press on the center 
of the card.
Pull it straight out.
Closing the front panel
Push up.
When “SD” is flashing or when copying a picture or displaying the Album in the SD card, do not turn off the unit or remove the SD card.
Such action may result in malfunction or loss of the card’s contents.
Disc and Card Care
RAM Use cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.
Holding a disc or cardHandle 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) or the terminal surface (the metal part) of SD 
cards.
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 and SD cards to their cartridges when not 
in use; this helps to protect against scratches and dirt.
Storing discs and cardsDo not place or store discs and cards 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
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent 
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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 
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MP3s, DivXs 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. 
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Still Picture (JPEG) Information
Playable mediaRAM SD CD
File format JPEG
Files must have the extension “.jpg” or “.JPG”.
Number of 
pixelsbetween 34 x 34 and 6144 x 4096
(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Number of 
folders
CD Maximum number of folders recognizable:
99 folders (including the root folder)
RAM SD This unit can handle a maximum 
of 300 folders (including higher folders)
Number of filesCD Maximum number of files recognizable:
999 files (Total number for all the MP3, 
JPEG and other type of files.) 
RAM SD This unit can handle a 
maximum of 3000 files.
MOTION JPEG not compatible
DivX File Information
Playable discs-R -R DL CD
File format DivX
Files must have the extension 
“.DivX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”.
Number of 
foldersMaximum number of folders recognizable:
300 folders (including the root folder)
Number of files
Maximum number of files recognizable:
200 files
Support 
versionPlays all versions of DivX video (including DivX 
6) with standard playback of DivX media files. 
Certified to the DivX Home Theater Profile.
Video
Number of stream: Up to 1
Codec: DIV3, DIV4, DIVX, DV50
Picture size: 32 x 32 to 720 x 576
FPS (Frame Per Second): Up to 30 fps 
Audio
Number of stream: Up to 8
Format: MP3, Dolby Digital, MPEG
Multi channel: Dolby Digital is possible.
MPEG multi is 2ch conversion.
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  Total number of recognizable file including MP3, JPEG, DivX and 
other type of files is 4000.
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RAM SDCompatible formats: DCF* compliant (Content recorded on a digital 
camera, etc.)
*  Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard established 
by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries 
Association (JEITA)
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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You 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.
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
Structure of still pictures (JPEG)
Files inside a folder are displayed in the order they were updated or 
taken.
The following 
 can be displayed on this unit.
DCIM
DCIM
JPEG
XXXX .JPG
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XXXXX
*DCIM
IM CDPF or IMEXPORT
XXXX .JPG
XXXX .JPG
XXXX .JPG
XXXXX
XXXXX
DCIM
DCIM*
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.JPGX
.JPGX
.JPG
X
.JPGX
.JPG
X
.JPGX
.JPG
: Numbers      XXX: Letters(Higher folder)
(Picture folder)(Higher folder)
(Picture folder)
DVD-RAMCD Card
*  Folders can be created on other equipment. However, these folders 
cannot be selected as a copying destination.
The folder cannot be displayed if the numbers are all “0” (e.g., 
DCIM000, etc.).
If a folder name or file name has been input using other equipment, 
the name may not be displayed properly or you may not be able to 
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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
Change the code on the remote control to match the 
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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 (➔ 42) and 
DVD-Video rating (➔ 38).
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.
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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 79 if you 
reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” on page 76 if you reside in Canada.
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 (➔ 66, 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.  •
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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. •38
One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [POWER 8] on 
the main unit to turn the unit on. •−
The power is turned off 
automatically.If you connected this unit to an “HDAVI Control” compatible TV with 
an HDMI cable, this unit will be automatically turned off when the TV 
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The display is dim.  Change “Front Display” in the Setup menu.•40
“12:00A” is flashing on the 
unit’s display. Set the clock. •38, 57
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 
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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 
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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. •58
Select TV or Set Top Box mode on the remote control. •58
The remote control doesn’t 
work.The remote control code is wrong. Change to the correct code. •66
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. •66
It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after 
changing the batteries. •58
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 (➔ 66, “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 (➔ 66, “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.  •−
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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 unit 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.  •42
Time is incorrect after using 
Auto Clock Setting.Try again. If the time is still incorrect, set the clock manually (➔ 38). •57
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General IssuesEZ SyncPage
EZ Sync doesn’t work Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed 
on the front display when the power for the main unit is set to “On”.
Make sure that “EZ Sync” is set to “On”.
Check the “HDAVI Control” settings on the connected device.
If the connection for the equipment connected with an HDMI 
cable was changed, or if there was a power failure or the plug was 
removed from the power outlet, “HDAVI Control” may not work. In 
this case, perform the following operations.
1.  When all equipment connected with the HDMI cable is turned on, 
turn the TV (VIERA) on again.
2.  Change the TV (VIERA) settings for the “HDAVI Control” function 
to off, and then set to on again. (For more information, see the 
VIERA operating instructions.)
3. 
Switch the VIERA input to HDMI connection with this unit, and after 
this unit’s screen is displayed check that “HDAVI Control” is working.
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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, 
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The images from the unit do 
not appear on the TV.
Picture is distorted.
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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.
When connecting with component video cables to a television that 
is incompatible with progressive video, check if there is also an 
HDMI cable connected to an amplifier. If so, turn off the equipment 
connected with an HDMI cable, press  [g] and [q] on the unit more 
than 5 seconds simultaneously, 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 
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Status messages do not appear.Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the Setup menu. •40
The black background does not 
appear.Select “On” in “Black Background (Analog)” in the Setup menu. •40
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”. •
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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
There is a lot of after-images 
when playing video.Set “DNR” in the Video menu to “Off ”. •37
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.
When you use the HDMI AV OUT terminal for video output, follow 
the steps below:
(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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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. •39, 
47 to 53
Check audio/video (AV) cables. • 47 to 52
Check if TV is muted. •−
Check if amplifier is muted. •−
Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. •18
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
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The sound effects will not work when the bitstream signal is output from 
the HDMI AV OUT terminal or the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.
Audio may not be output due to how files were created. (DivX)
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 terminal is used for audio output 
and the unit is connected to the television with an HDMI cable, set 
“HDMI Audio Output” to “Off ” in the Setup menu.
Depending on the connected equipment, the sound may be distorted 
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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 multilingual 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. •13, 39
Only one language channel is recorded from digital multilingual 
broadcasts, so you will be unable to change languages during playback.•13
You have used a digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or 
connect using audio/video (AV) cables (analog connection). •39, 52
There are discs whose audio cannot be changed due to how the 
disc was created. •
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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. •64
Ensure disc is for the correct DVD-Video region number, and is not 
defective. •Cover,
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The disc is dirty. •64
You tried to play a blank disc or a disc that is unplayable on the unit. •63
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. •39
You cannot play discs during DV camcorder recording.
If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you 
purchased it. (DivX) •
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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.  •11
DVD-Video is not played.  You have set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Change this 
setting.  •38
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