Panasonic Dmr Ez28 Operating Instructions Manual

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Using an HDMI (High Definition 
Multimedia Interface) Cable
When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an 
uncompressed digital audio and video signal is 
transmitted, enabling you to enjoy high quality digital 
video and audio with just one cable. When connecting to 
an HDMI-compatible HDTV (High Definition Television), 
the output can be switched to 1080p, 1080i or 720p HD 
video. 
Regarding “HDAVI Control” function (➔ 34)
Please use HIGH SPEED HDMI cables that have 
the HDMI logo...

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Disc Information
Usable Discs for Recording and Playback
Disc typeRewritable Finalization Needed1Recording 16:9 aspect 
picture2
Recording broadcasts that 
allow one copy (CPRM)
(➔ 20)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...

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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 (➔ 44) 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 DLDivX, MP3,...

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USB memories you can use with this unit
TypeStandard
symbolFile format Playing CopyingInstructions
USB memory
USB
MP3—You can play MP3 files recorded onto the USB
memory using a computer (➔ 28).
Still pictures
(JPEG)You can play and copy still pictures taken on a digital 
camera etc. (➔ 30, 41).
– You can copy still pictures to/from DVD-RAM discs 
only.
–You can copy albums only.
DivX—You can play DivX files recorded onto the USB
memory using a computer (➔ 29).
■ Compatible USB memories
USB...

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MP3s, DivXs and Still Pictures (JPEG)
MP3 File Information
Playable media-R -R DL CD USB 
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...

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SetupPage
Do I need to connect Audio/
video cables from the unit to 
the TV?To enjoy vision and sounds from this unit to the TV, always use 
audio/video (AV) cables for connection. If your television does not 
have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF modulator is necessary. 
Consult your local dealer for more information. • 8 to 10, 
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What equipment is necessary 
to play multi-channel surround 
sound?You cannot play back multi-channel sound on this unit without other 
equipment. You must connect...

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RecordingPage
Can I record from a 
commercially purchased video 
cassette or DVD?Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs 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 these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD 
players after finalizing the disc on this unit. 
+RW It is not necessary to finalize +RW. To enable play...

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Error Messages
On the Unit’s DisplayPage
H
 , F 
(“ ” stands for a service 
number.)
An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. 
Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the service number still does 
not disappear after the check, reset the unit (➔ 70, “To restore the unit if it freezes” ).•−
If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and 
contact a qualified service person. •−
RC 
 (“ ” stands for a...

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On the TVPage
Authorization Error.
This unit is not authorized to 
play this recording.You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with 
a different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. 
(DivX) •29
Cannot finish recording 
completely.The program was copy-protected. •−
The disc may be full. •−
There are already 99 recordings (
+R +R DL +RW 49 recordings). •−
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To Reset this Unit
To reset the channel information and the 
clock settings
On the main unitCHPress and hold both buttons 
for about 5 seconds.
To reset the ratings level settings
You can reset both parental rating (➔ 47) and 
DVD-Video rating (➔ 49).
With the unit stopped
 ;OPEN/CLOSE  to open the disc tray.
On the main unit
 
CH REC
 Press and hold 
both buttons for 
about 5 seconds.
To restore the unit if it freezes
On the main unit
POWER8Press and hold for more 
than 10 seconds.
The unit...