Panasonic Dmr Hs2 Operating Instructions Manual

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DVD VIDEO RECORDER
Operating Instructions
Model No. DMR-HS2
[For\U.S.A.]
The warranty can be found on page 72.
[For\Canada]
The warranty can be found on page 73.
En las páginas 74 y 75 hay una guía de referen-
cia rápida en español.
RQT6570-P PP
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future ref-
erence. 
						

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RQT6570
Getting started
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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. 
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 suffi-
cient 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 ap-
pliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:
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 instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance 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 televi-
sion 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 inter-
face cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera-
tion 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.
RQLS0233
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 -  - VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. DANGER(FDA 21 CFR)
(IEC60825-1)VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. CAUTIONRAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
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ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.VARNING
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.ADVARSELSICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG
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(Inside of product)
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase.
[]1 Remote control
(EUR7615KF0)[]2 Batteries
for remote control[]1 AC power supply cord
(RJA0065-A)
[]1 Audio/Video cable
(VJA0788)[]1 75 ≠ coaxial cable
(VJA1091)[]1 Cleaning cloth
for cleaning the mirror sec-
tion on the front of the unit
(RFE0088-1)[]1 DVD-RAM disc
[Note]
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
(U.S.A. only)
Product Registration Card
Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at:http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ 
						

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RQT6570
Getting started
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 partic-
ularly 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 nor-
mally, or has been dropped.
This unit has an internal hard disk capable of recording and
playback (referred to hereon as HDD).
In order to prevent damage to the HDD or to hard disk con-
tents, the recording of noise or interruption of normal func-
tioning, you are advised to take the following precautions
when installing or using the unit:
≥Do not expose to vibration or rough treatment.
≥Do not place in an enclosed area so that the rear cooling fan
and the cooling vents on the side are covered up.
≥
Do not place in an area where the changes in temperature are
extreme. Sudden, extreme changes in temperature may cause con-
densation (
➜below). Using the unit when there is condensation inside
will damage the HDD and may lead to breakdown. Use of the unit in
areas subject to temperature changes of more than 20 degrees  an
hour is not recommended.
≥Do not place in areas with high humidity.
≥Do not place the unit in any orientation other than horizontal.
≥Do not disconnect the AC plug from the household AC outlet
while the unit is on, shut off the electricity supply to the area in
which the unit is installed or move the unit while it is on.
➜If moving the unit, first turn the power “OFF”
§ and remove
the AC plug from the household AC outlet. Wait 2 minutes
before moving.
§ Press [Í, DVD POWER] and confirm that “BYE” disap-
pears from the display.
∫
Conditions contributing to the occurrence of condensationIn any of the cases listed below, allow the unit to adjust to the room tem-
perature by leaving it for approximately 2 hours with the power on.
≥When the room is steamy or the humidity is high
≥If there is a sudden change in temperature, for example:
➜The unit is moved from a cold to a warm place or vice versa.
➜A heater is used to warm the area up quickly in winter or an
air conditioner is used to cool the area quickly in summer.
➜The air from an air conditioner flows directly onto the unit
(please take action to ensure this does not happen).
∫In the event of a power failure
If a power failure occurs, contents in the process of playback/
recording as well as already recorded, saved or dubbed HDD
contents may be damaged.
∫Safeguards against accidental loss
Data may be lost if the HDD suffers damage. Any contents you
wish to keep permanently should be dubbed or transferred to
DVD-RAM or DVD-R.
The HDD in this unit reserves a part of the storage space for use 
as a system management area.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.
In order to maximize the efficacy of recording using
this unit, a variable bit rate recording system is used.
This system may sometimes show the amount of
time remaining for recording as being more or less
than the amount of time remaining.
≥If the remaining time is insufficient, erase any unwanted pro-
grams to create enough space before starting recording.
≥When erasing programs, you should aim to create ample space
on the storage media for the intended program. This is
because the time available for recording may not increase in
exact proportion to the time represented by the programs you
erase.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
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.
DO NOT PLACE THIS APPARATUS INTO AN AUDIO RACK,
BOOK SHELF OR SIMILAR LOCATION BECAUSE OF HEAT
FROM THIS APPARATUS.
DO NOT BLOCK ANY OF THE VENTILATION OPENINGS.
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S
INSTRUCTIONS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
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 build-
ing, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Do not place the unit
on amplifiers or equip-
ment that may become
hot.
The heat can damage the unit. 
						

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RQT6570
Features
This unit allows recording of high quality video on HDD
and DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media
with fast random access. This media also out performs
past tape formats in ease of operation.
∫Maximum 52 hours on HDD (Hard Disk Drive) (➜page 19)
This model is installed with a high capacity 40 GB hard disk capable
of recording a maximum of 52 hours (6 hours continuously). The
same functions are available with HDD as with DVD-RAM and edit-
ing/recording of visual data from hard disk to DVD-RAM/R is easy-
to-perform.
∫DV Automatic Recording (➜page 31)
Simply connect a digital video camera using a single cable and you
can organize your DV tapes into play lists on the HDD or DVD-RAM.
(You cannot connect a personal computer to the unit.)
∫Auto Renewal Recording (➜page 36)
If you record a program onto HDD repeatedly everyday or every
week using timer recording, the unit will record the new program
over the old one.
∫Relief Recording (➜page 35)
When timer recording to DVD-RAM or DVD-R, the unit will compare
the remaining space on the disc and the time necessary for record-
ing. If space is insufficient the unit will record the program to HDD
instead (there is no relief recording function the other way, i.e. from
HDD to DVD-RAM or DVD-R).
∫Enjoy still pictures (JPEG) (➜pages 25 and 46–49)
≥It is possible to display still pictures (➜page 9) taken with a digital
camera either in a list or one by one.
≥It is possible to save still pictures from a PC card onto DVD-RAM
(also onto HDD).
≥You may alter the print settings (DPOF) for still pictures from a PC
card.
∫Watch a program while you are recording it
(
➜page 21) [HDD] [RAM]
Chasing play
You can watch a program from the start while you are still recording it.
Simultaneous rec and play
You can record a program while watching one you recorded previ-
ously. 
Time Slip
≥You can jump back to review a piece of action you missed while
recording by pressing the time slip button (can be set between 1
minute and 999 minutes with HDD, 1 minute and 360 minutes with
DVD-RAM in units of one minute.)
≥During playback, it is possible to jump an amount of time (specified
by you) to the scene you wish to view.
∫Maximum 12 hours on DVD-RAM
≥Using a double sided, 9.4 GB DVD-RAM allows you to record a
maximum of 12 hours (6 hours continuously).
≥When using a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM or a DVD-R, you can get 1 hour
recording using the XP high picture quality mode, 2 hours with the
regular SP mode, 4 hours with the long LP mode, and 6 hours with
the extra long EP mode. 
≥You can also use the FR (Flexible Recording) mode to fit record-
ings efficiently onto the available space on the disc (➜page 19).
∫Make your own DVD-Video
≥Finalizing a DVD-R that has been recorded on produces an origi-
nal DVD-Video in accordance with DVD-Video standards
(➜page 8).
≥In addition to DVD-Video movie software, this unit can also play
other types of discs including audio CDs and Video CDs. This
means that this unit has the potential to play a central role in your
home entertainment, from high-end home theater through to CD
playback.
∫Exceptional sound and picture quality when
recording
≥Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high quality
sound recordings. When recording in XP mode it is possible to use
LPCM (2 channel) to achieve sound recordings of even higher
quality.
≥The encoder system used for recording is called “Hybrid VBR” and
allows high quality recordings.
∫Progressive Scan
By connecting the component video terminal of this unit to a pro-
gressive scan television, it is possible to enjoy the high quality pic-
ture rendered by the progressive scan function.
∫Fast access to the program you want to watch
(
➜page 26) [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
Use the Direct Navigator to find a program you have recorded and
start play.
∫Editing your recording [HDD] [RAM] 
≥It is possible to divide up a recorded program (➜page 40).
≥Use play lists (➜page 27) to select your favorite scenes and 
rearrange them to play in any order you like. 
∫The FUNCTIONS window shows you most of the
features you can use (
➜page 53)
The FUNCTIONS window has most of the features and functions
you are likely to use regularly. Just select the icon for the operation
you want to perform.
Explanatory notes
∫Troubleshooting
is used to indicate ways to fix potential problems.
∫Discs you can use
The features you can use with the different types of discs are 
indicated as follows.
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V][CD][VCD]
|| | |||
Hard Disk DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-Video Audio CD Video CD
For your reference
≥[DVD-R] indicates DVD-R that have not yet been finalized
(➜page 38). DVD-R that have been finalized can use the same
features as DVD-Video. (Refer to features indicated [DVD-V].)
≥Functions that can use the PC card (➜page 9) are indicated by
[CARD].≥These operating instructions describe operations mainly using the
remote control. 
≥The explanations herein are given on the basis that the connecting
up (➜pages 11 and 55-59) and settings have already been carried
out as prescribed in this manual.
The displays shown in these instructions are examples only. Actual
displays depend on the disc or card and the operations you are per-
forming.
Symbols used in these operating instructions
!?
Operation
Displays
Should the AC power supply cord come loose by
accident or for any other reason the power supply is
cut off while recording or editing is taking place, the
contents of the HDD or disc may be lost. 
						

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Getting started
Table of contents
Accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Explanatory notes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
PC card  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Still pictures (JPEG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9
Disc handling  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
STEP 1 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
STEP 2 Antenna and television connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
STEP 3 Plug-in Auto Tuning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Adding and deleting channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
STEP 4 VCR Plusi guide channel settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Other channel settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
STEP 5 Selecting TV screen type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16
STEP 6 Television operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Recording television programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Inserting discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
Notes on recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
Watching the television while recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
Flexible Recording
—recording the best quality pictures in a set time . . . . . . . . 20
One Touch Recording—Specify a time to stop recording . . . . . 20
Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
Playing from the beginning of the program you are recording
—Chasing play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
Simultaneous rec and play  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Reviewing the recorded images while recording
—Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
Playing discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22
When a menu screen appears on the television . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
Starting play from where you stopped it 
—Resume Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
Skipping programs and commercials  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Skipping  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Starting play from a selected program, title,
chapter, or track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Selecting an amount of time to skip—Time Slip  . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Skipping a minute forward—CM Skip  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Playing still pictures (JPEG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using the Direct Navigator  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
To erase a program that is being played back . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
Playing play lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27
Playing play lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27
Playing play list scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27
To erase a play list or a play list scene during playback  . . . . . . 27
Other methods of play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Marking positions directly—MARKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Using on-screen menus to mark positions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Program play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
Slow-motion play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
To play DVD-R recorded on this unit on other players . . . . . . . . 29
Changing audio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30Recording from an external device  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
Recording from a video cassette recorder  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
DV Automatic Recording (DV AUTO REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
Dubbing programs or play list  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32
One Touch Dubbing (HDD ➜ DVD)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  33
Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
Using VCR Plusr codes to make timer recordings  . . . . . . . . .  34
Manually programming timer recordings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
Auto Renewal Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36
Check programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36
Change or delete the program  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37
HDD, Disc setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38
Editing programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Editing play lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42
Creating play lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44
Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45
Editing still pictures (JPEG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  46
Using on-screen menus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
Common procedures  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
Disc menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
Play menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51
Audio menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51
Video menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52
Using the FUNCTIONS window  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53
On-screen displays  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Changing the information displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Display examples (HDD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55
Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56
Connecting an amplifier or system component. . . . . . . . . . . . .  57
Connecting other video equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
Other antenna connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59
Other antenna connection to the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59
Other antenna connection from the unit to the television . . . . .  59
Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  60
Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  60
Common procedures  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62
Entering a password (Ratings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62
Digital Audio Output  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62
Audio channel for DV input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63
Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  64
Changing the remote control code  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  65
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  66
Error messages  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  67
Troubleshooting guide  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  70
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  71
Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  71
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  72
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  73
Guía de referencia rápida en español
(Spanish Quick Referece). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  74
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
Getting started
Setting up
Recording
Playing back
Dubbing
Timer recording
Editing
Advanced operation
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Control reference guide
1POWER button (Í, DV D (POWER)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
2VCR Plusr button (VCR Plusr). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
3Television input mode selector (TV/VIDEO)  . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
4Numbered buttons (1–9, 0, 100)
≥See also DVD/TV switch (E).
≥When selecting a title, chapter, track, program, or play list
[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]
e.g., “5”: [0] ➜ [5]
“15”: [1] ➜ [5]
≥When selecting a hard disk item, a page of play list scene, or a
still picture
[CARD] [HDD] [RAM]
e.g., “5”: [0] ➜ [0] ➜ [5]
“15”: [0] ➜ [1] ➜ [5]
≥When selecting a television channel
e.g., “5”: [0] ➜ [5]
“15”: [1] ➜ [5]
“115”: [100] ➜ [1] ➜ [5]
5Cancel button (CANCEL)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
6Drive select buttons (HDD, DVD)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
7Stop button (∫)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
8Pause button (;). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
9Top menu and Direct Navigator button
(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23, 26
:Cursor buttons (3, 4, 2, 1)/Enter button (ENTER) . . . . .  13
;Functions button (FUNCTIONS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53
On-screen display button (STATUS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
?Disc tray open/close button (< OPEN/CLOSE)  . . . . . . . . .  19
@Audio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
ASetup button (SET UP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  13
BProgram/play list/still picture erase button 
(ERASE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 26, 27
CDubbing button (DUBBING) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  33
DTV power on/off button (Í, (POWER) TV)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
EDVD/TV switch (DVD, TV)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
≥When selecting the receiving channel on this unit
using channel button (H) and numbered buttons (4)
or inputting using numbered buttons (4), make sure
you switch [DVD, TV] to “DV D”.
≥When selecting the receiving channel for the television using
channel button (H) and numbered buttons (4), make sure you
switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.
FRecording button (¥ REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
GRecording mode button (REC MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
HChannel buttons for recorder and TV (W X, CH)  . . . . .  17, 19
ITV volume buttons (r s, VOLUME) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
JSlow/search buttons (6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH) . . . . . . . .  29
KPlay button (1)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
LMenu and Play List button (MENU, PLAY LIST)  . . . . . .  23, 27
MReturn button (RETURN)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  13
NDisplay button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
OTime slip button (TIME SLIP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
PSkip buttons (:, 9 SKIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
QInput select button (INPUT SELECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
ROne-minute skip button (CM SKIP)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
SMarker button (MARKER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
TPosition memory button (POSITION MEMORY)  . . . . . . . . .  23
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Hold both sides of the remote control’s cover to open it. (You can
also open it by pressing on the center of it and sliding it down.)
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URemote control signal sensor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
VPC card slot (PC CARD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25
WCard eject button (EJECT)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25
XDisc tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
YHDD record lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
ZDVD record lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18[L2 input terminals (L2)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
\DV input terminal (DV INPUT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
]Display
^Channel buttons for recorder (X W, CH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
_Skip/Slow/Search buttons (4, 5) . . . . . .  24, 29
ATimer recording display
On:When timer recording is on standby (➜page 34)
Flashes:When the unit couldn’t go to timer recording standby
BDisc type 
CThe display mode of the main display section
TITLE:Title number
CHAP:Chapter number
TRACK:Track number
PG:Program number
PL:Play list number
DRecording mode (➜page 19)
EDVD indicator
Flashes:When you press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit off
until it actually turns offFCard indicator
On:When a PC card is set in the unit (➜page 25)
Flashes:When a PC card is being read/written to
G Dubbing direction indicator
HChannel
IMain display section
Recording and play counter, and other miscellaneous messages
[Note]
A half mirror is used for the unit display so the display may occasion-
ally be difficult to see depending on surrounding conditions.
Main unit
FUNCTIONS
TIME SLIP
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Controls such as 1 function the same as the buttons on the remote control.
The unit’s display
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Center circle (e.g., DVD-RAM)
Rotating (REC):recording
Stopped (REC):recording paused 
Rotating (REC, PLAY):
Chasing play or simultaneous
rec and play is in progressRotating (PLAY):playing
Stopped (PLAY):play paused
“PLAY” flashes:
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Disc information !?
≥This unit is not compatible with: 
–12-cm (5z), 2.6- and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM
–3.95- and 4.7-GB DVD-R for Authoring
–DVD-RAM not recorded following the Video Recording Standard
–Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment
≥This unit is compatible with the Content Protection for Recordable
Media (CPRM➜page 66) system so you can record broadcasts
that allow one copy, such as some CATV broadcasts, onto 4.7 GB/
9.4 GB DVD-RAM (these are CPRM compatible). It is not possible
to record onto DVD-R or 2.8-GB DVD-RAM.
≥We recommend using Panasonic discs as they have been
confirmed to be compatible with this unit. Other discs may not
perform correctly.
≥Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints,
dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette smoke on the
recording surface may make it impossible to use the disc for
recording.
≥Discs with programs recorded in PAL already cannot be recorded
on using this unit.
≥DVD-RAM recorded on this unit may not be compatible with
other DVD players, including some Panasonic players. Con-
sult the manual for the player to determine compatibility with
these DVD-RAM disc.
≥This unit is compatible with both non-cartridge and cartridge
DVD-RAM, but the write-protect tabs on cartridge-type discs give
better protection to your recordings. 
≥Picture aspect ratios, regular 4:3 or widescreen 16:9, are recorded
as they are received.
≥In order to play a DVD-R recorded using this unit on another
playback source, the disc must first be finalized (➜page 38).
≥Once a DVD-R is finalized, it becomes DVD-Video.
≥You can record onto the available space on the disc and perform
editing functions, such as giving titles to discs and programs and
erasing programs before finalizing.
≥When programming is erased from a DVD-R, that space does not
become available. Once an area on a DVD-R is recorded on, that
area is no longer available for recording, whether the recording is
erased or not.
≥It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording
management information after recording finishes. 
≥This unit optimizes the DVD-R for each recording. Optimizing is
carried out when you start recording after inserting the disc or
turning on the unit. Recording onto the disc may become
impossible if optimizing is carried out too many times.
≥Play may be impossible in some cases due the condition of the
recording.
≥The video is recorded in a 4:3 aspect irrespective of the video 
signal input.≥The producer of the material can control how DVD-Video and
Video CDs are played. This means that you may not be able to
control play of a disc with some operations described in these
operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
≥This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio) and Video CD format
(Video CD Format 2.0 or above), audio CD-R and CD-RW that
have been finalized upon completion of recording.
It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the
condition of the recording.
≥This unit cannot record onto CD-R or CD-RW.
≥Audio format
≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL” 
≥Some DVD-RAM (➜left) ≥Some DVD-R (➜left) ≥PAL discs
≥DV D - RO M  ≥DV D - RW  ≥DVD-Audio ≥+RW ≥CD-ROM ≥CDV
≥CD-G ≥Photo CD ≥CVD ≥SVCD ≥SACD ≥MV-Disc ≥PD
≥Divx Video Disc, etc.
You can protect the contents of your discs in the following ways.
≥Cartridge-protect:
With the write-protect tab in the protect
position, you cannot record to, edit, or erase
from the disc. (Type 1, 2, and 4 cartridge
discs)
≥Disc-protect (➜page 38)
≥Program-protect (➜page 40)
Discs you can use for recording and 
play
DVD-RAM
4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z)
2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z)DVD-R
4.7 GB for General Ver. 2.0
DVD-RAM
DVD-R
Play-only discs
DVD-Video Audio CD Video CD
DVD-Video
Dolby Digital (➜page 66)
This unit can play Dolby Digital in stereo (2 
channels). Connect an amplifier with a built-
in Dolby Digital decoder to enjoy surround 
sound.
DTS Digital Surround (➜page 66)
Connect this unit to equipment that has a 
DTS decoder to enjoy DVDs with this mark.
Discs that cannot be played
Protection
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no
compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due
to a problem with the HDD or disc, and accepts no respon-
sibility 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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PC card
§A PC card adapter conforming to PC card standards is necessary.
≥Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16
≥This unit is compatible with Type II PC cards. Do not insert any
other type of PC card.
≥This unit is not compatible with card type hard disks (Microdrives
etc).
≥Use this unit to format a PC card when using for the first time
(➜page 48). Note that the PC card may no longer be usable on
other equipment once formatted on this unit.
≥This unit operates in accordance with the Digital Print Order
For mat (➜DPOF, page 66). (PC card only)
≥Only use the memory cards recommended above.
∫Regarding Write Protect
For cards that come provided with a write protect switch, if the
switch is on it will not be possible to write, erase or format the card.
∫The card indicator ([CARD]) in the display
Please carry out insertion and removal of the PC card after
turning the unit off.
The indicator flashes when the data is being written to or read from
the card. Do not turn off the power or remove the card at such a
time. Should you do so, the unit may malfunction or the contents of
the card may be damaged. ≥This unit is compatible with DCF
§ based, still picture (JPEG) files
recorded using a digital camera.
§Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard established
by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA). 
≥Picture definition: 
Compatible in the range 320 k 240 – 6144 k 4096 (sub sampling
is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
≥This unit can handle a maximum of 300 folders (including header
folders) and 3,000 files. Files and folders with numbers which
exceed the maximum cannot be displayed, copied or erased.
≥This unit displays only still pictures conforming to DCF standards
and JPEG still pictures. It cannot display moving pictures,
MOTION JPEG and other such formats, still pictures other than
JPEG (i.e. TIFF) or play associated sound.
≥When there are a lot of folders and files, it may take a long time to
display, copy or erase.
≥Folder titles that were input on equipment other than this unit may
not be displayed properly.
≥When saving still pictures on HDD, it is recommended that you
copy them to the PC card or DVD-RAM also. (➜ page 46).
Still pictures (denoted as Filename : xxxxxxxx.JPG) saved
in folders ( ) as shown below can be displayed/saved.
Folders (including the still pictures inside those folders) below the
compatible folder cannot be displayed or saved.
: Compatible folder ¢¢: Numbers
: Upper level folderaa: Letters
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PC card
≥DVD-RAM
[Note]
≥You may select any underlined folder for display. (➜page 46).
≥Copying cannot be carried out to folders (§) made on other
equipment (➜page 46).
≥The folder cannot be displayed if the numbers are all “0” (e.g., DCIM
000 etc).
PC cards capable of displaying and sav-
ing
≥SD Memory Card§
≥Multi Media Card§
≥Compact Flash§
≥Smart Media§
≥Memory Stick§
≥ATA Flash PC card
Folders that can be displayed/saved
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DCIM
IMEXPORT
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DVD-RAM
DCIM
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Disc handling
Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped.
(These can damage the unit.)
∫How to hold a disc
Do not touch the recorded surface.
∫If there is dirt or condensation on the disc
Moisture may condense on discs after they are brought inside
from the cold.
DVD-RAM and DVD-R
Clean only with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner available as an
optional accessory, part number LF-K200DCA1.
Do not use cleaners or cloths for CDs to clean DVD-RAM and
DVD-R.
DVD-Video, CD, Video CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫Handling precautions
≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writ-
ing instrument.
≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static elec-
tricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with
exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)
≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the mar-
ket.
≥Do not use discs that are badly warped or cracked.
∫Do not place or store discs in the following
places
≥Locations exposed to direct sunlight
≥Humid or dusty locations
≥Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appliance≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not:
≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types at the same time.
≥heat or expose to flame.
≥take apart or short circuit.
≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥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.
[Note]
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote con-
trol after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes
(television➜page 17, main unit ➜page 65).
Aim at the sensor avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m
(23 feet) directly in front of the unit.
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Batteries
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STEP 1 The remote control