Panasonic Dmr T6070 Operating Instructions Manual

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Transfer (Dubbing)
Recording from a video cassette recorder
e.g.:  Connecting other video equipment to the L2 or DV input 
terminals
≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting.
If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural, connect to L/
MONO.
§The S-VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the 
VIDEO terminal.
When recording from the unit’s DV terminal
Select the type of audio recording from “Select Audio CH for DV 
Input” in the SETUP menu (➡page 49).
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
Preparation
≥Connect a video cassette recorder to this unit’s input terminals.
≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.
[Note]
When recording using this unit’s input terminals, only the sound 
received at the time of recording will be recorded.
As long as secondary audio that is recorded on the video cassette is 
not output on the unit in play, it is not recorded.
1While stopped
Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the 
input channel for the equipment you 
have connected.
e.g., If you have connected to L2 input terminals, select “L2”.
2Press [REC MODE] to select the 
recording mode.
3Start play on the other equipment.
4Press [¥REC].
Recording starts.
To skip unwanted parts
Press [;] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.)
To stop recording
Press [∫].
To record programs to fill up the remaining space on the disc
➡page 18, Flexible Recording
[HDD] [RAM]
When the “DV AUTO REC” function is used, programs are recorded 
as a title while at the same time chapters are created at each break 
in the images and the play list is created automatically.
Preparation
1 Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the 
equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal (➡ left).
2 Turn on the main unit and DV equipment.
3 Pause play of the DV equipment at the point you want recording 
to start.
4 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DV 
AUTO REC” and press [ENTER].
3Press [REC MODE] to select the 
recording mode.
4Press [2,1] to select “Rec” and 
press [ENTER].
Recording starts.
When recording finishes
The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER] to finish DV 
automatic recording. 
To stop recording
Press [∫].
[Note]
≥Only one piece of DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder) can 
be connected to the unit via the DV input terminal.
≥It is not possible to operate the unit from the connected DV 
equipment.
≥The DV input on this unit is for use with DV equipment only. (It 
cannot be connected to a computer, etc.)
≥The DV equipment name may not be shown correctly.
≥Depending on the DV equipment, the images or audio may not be 
input properly.
≥The date and time information on the tape of the DV equipment will 
not be recorded.
≥You cannot record and play simultaneously.Manual recording
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPA U S EPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
CHAPTER
SETUP
Info
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
REC MODE ERASE
REC
STATUS
TIME SLIP DISPLAY
DUBBING
3 4 2 1 
ENTER FUNCTIONS
REC MODE
¥ REC HDD, DVD
INPUT SELECT
∫  ; 
RECOPEN/CLOSEPOWERCH TIME SLIPSD CARD PC CARD EJECT
DV  I N
TIME SLIP
SD PC DV D HDDDRIVE SELECT/x1. 3
L2S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO INRL/MONO
L/MONO - AUDIO IN - RVIDEO IN DV INS-VIDEO IN
Audio/Video 
cable  S-Video 
cable
§
Other video 
equipment
Yellow White Red
DV  Cab le
(IEEE 1394, 4-pin) This unitAlmost all videos and DVD software on sale have been 
treated to prevent illegal copying. Any software that has 
been so treated cannot be recorded using this unit.
DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC)
If the DV automatic recording function does not work properly, 
check the connections and DV equipment settings, and turn the 
unit off and back on.
If that does not work, follow the instructions for manual 
recording (➡left).
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Transfer (Dubbing)
Transferring (dubbing) still pictures
[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC]
≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB 
(➡page 15).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select 
“DUBBING” and press [ENTER].
If you are not going to change the registered list press [4] 
several times (➡ step 7).
3Press [3,4] to select “Dubbing 
direction” and press [1].
1Press [3,4] to select “Source” and press [ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].
3
Press [3,4] to select “Destination” and press [ENTER].4Press [3,4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].
The same drive as the transfer (dubbing) source can be 
selected.
5Press [2] to confirm.
4Press [3,4] to select “Mode” and 
press [1].
1Press [3,4] to select “Format” and press [ENTER].2Press [3,4] to select “Picture” and press [ENTER].“Recording mode” is automatically set to “High speed”.
3Press [2] to confirm.
5Press [3,4] to select “Create list” 
and press [1].
Select the transferring (dubbing) items and register on the list.
Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same list.
∫To register individual still pictures
1Press [3,4] to select “New entry” and press [ENTER].2Press [3,4,2,1] to select a still picture and press 
[ENTER].
≥To select a multiple number of items together, press [;] 
to add the check mark and press [ENTER] (➡ right, 
Multiple editing).
≥To show other pages (➡ right)
≥To select the still pictures in another folder (➡ right)
≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ right)
∫To register on a folder by folder basis
1Press [3,4] to select “Picture/Folder” and press 
[ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “New entry” and press [ENTER].4Press [3,4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].
≥To select a multiple number of items together, press [;] 
to add the check mark and press [ENTER] (➡ below, 
Multiple editing).
≥To show other pages (➡ below)
≥To switch another higher folder (➡ below)
≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ below)
6Press [3,4] to select “SET” and 
press [ENTER].
The transferring (dubbing) list is registered.
7Press [3,4] to select “Start 
dubbing” and press [ENTER].
≥For individual still pictures only
When specifying another folder as the transferring (dubbing) 
destination, select “Folder”.
Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] to start 
transferring (dubbing).
To stop transferring (dubbing)
Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
∫To select another folder
1Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].
≥The still pictures of different folders cannot be registered on the 
same list.
≥If there is a multiple number of higher 
folders recognizable, you can switch 
them using [2,1]. (Folders whose 
higher folders are different cannot be registered on the same list.)
∫To edit the transferring (dubbing) list
Select the item in step 5 (➡left)
1 Press [SUB MENU].
2 Press [3,4] to select the operation and press 
[ENTER].
§ Multiple editing is possible (➡below).
To cancel all registered transferring (dubbing) settings and lists
In step 3 (➡left)
1 Press [3,4] to select “Cancel all” and press [ENTER].
2 Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
≥The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations.
–When a still picture or folder has been recorded or erased at the 
transfer (dubbing) source
–When steps have been taken, for instance, to turn off the unit, 
remove the card, open the tray, change the transfer (dubbing) 
direction, etc.
Transferring (dubbing) using the 
transferring (dubbing) list
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
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78
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AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPAUSEPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
TIME SLIP DISPLAY
RETURN
FUNCTIONS
SD/PC
SUB MENU;
3 4 2 1 
ENTER
: 9
Dubbing
SD card
HDD Select the dubbing direction.1
2
3Source
Destination Cancel all
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create listSD card > HDD
Picture High Speed
0
DubbingCreate a dubbing list.
Space on destination: 4343MB
No.  Capacity
New entry1
2
3Cancel allPicture
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create listPicture/Folder
SD card > DVD
Picture High Speed
Name
To show other pages
Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press 
[ENTER].
≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.
Multiple editing
Select with [3,4,2,1] and press [;]. (Repeat.)
Press [ENTER] to register to the list.
≥A check mark appears. Press [;] again to cancel.
DubbingCreate a dubbing list.
Space on destination: 4343MB
No.  Capacity
New entry1
2Cancel allPicture
Dubbing direction
ModePicture/Folder
SD card > DVD
PictureHigh Speed
Name
Folder
Make a new folder and dub to it?New folder\JPEG\DCIM001
001 100__DVD
002 101__DVD003 102__DVD------New folder
Create list Select pictures        SD CARD
0001Folder103__DVD000200030004
\DCIM
001 100__DVD
002 101__DVD003 102__DVD---
\DCIM\@__DVD
004 103__DVD
002 101__DVD003 102 DVD\DCIM001 100__DVD
Add
Erase§
Erase all
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Convenient functions
[SD] or [PC] > [HDD] or [RAM]
Preparation
Press [SD/PC] to select the source drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “COPY 
ALL PICTURES” and press [ENTER].
≥If there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable, 
you can switch them using [2,1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Copy from” 
and press [2,1] to select the drive.
4Press [3,4] to select “Copy to” and 
press [2,1] to select the drive.
5Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Copy” 
and press [ENTER].
To stop transferring (dubbing)
Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Transferring (dubbing) all the still 
pictures on a card—COPY ALL 
PICTURES
[Note]
≥When transferring (dubbing) the still pictures on a folder by 
folder or card by card basis, files other than the still picture files 
inside the folder will also be transferred (dubbed). (This does 
not apply to the lower folders contained inside the folders.)
≥If still pictures are already contained inside the transfer 
(dubbing) destination folder, the new still pictures are recorded 
following the existing still pictures.
≥If the space on the destination drive runs out or the number of 
files/folders to be transferred (dubbed) exceeds the maximum 
(➡page 28), transferring (dubbing) will stop partway through.
≥When a name has not been input for the transfer (dubbing) 
source folder, it is possible that this folder’s number will not be 
the same on the transfer (dubbing) destination. It is 
recommended that you input a folder name before transferring 
(dubbing) (➡page 46).
≥Print number setting (DPOF) is not transferred (dubbed).
≥The sequence in which the still pictures are registered on the 
transfer (dubbing) list may not be the same at the transfer 
(dubbing) destination.
Copy All Pictures (JPEG)
Copy from
SD card
\DCIM
Copy to
HDD
\JPEG\DCIM001
Copy all pictures (JPEG) in the card
FUNCTIONS window
By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main 
functions quickly and easily.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of 
disc.
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select an item 
and press [ENTER].
To exit the FUNCTIONS window
Press [FUNCTIONS].
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPAUSEPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
CHAPTER SETUPInfo
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
REC MODE ERASE
REC
STATUS TIME SLIP DISPLAYDUBBING
FUNCTIONS
3 4 2 1 
ENTER
Record
Dubbing
/ Edit
Set up Play back
HDDDISC SPACE LEFT    52:00 SPHDDSD/PC DVD
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TIMER RECORDING
DV AUTO REC
FLEXIBLE RECORDING
SETUP
DUBBING
DISC SETTING
PLAY LIST
TV GUIDEEPG
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Convenient functions
HDD, disc and card setting
≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB 
(➡page 15).
∫Setting the protection for the whole disc or card
≥For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge or for a card
[RAM]
With the write-protect tab in the protect position, 
play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.
[SD] [PC]
Switch the write-protect switch to the 
“LOCK” position.
≥For a DVD-RAM without a cartridge (➡ below, Disc Protection)
∫Other protection settings
[RAM]
Preparation
Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Disc 
Protection” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
The lock symbol appears closed when the disc is write-
protected.
[RAM] [DVD-R]
Preparation
≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.
≥Release protection (➡ left).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Disc Name” 
and press [ENTER].
➡page 46, Entering text
≥The disc name is displayed in the FUNCTIONS window.
≥With a finalized DVD-R, the name is displayed on the Top 
Menu.
[HDD] [RAM]
Preparation
≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive.
≥Release protection (➡ left).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Erase all 
titles” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when finished.
6Press [ENTER].
[Note]
≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be 
restored. Make certain before proceeding.
≥Still picture data (JPEG, TIFF) or computer data cannot be erased.
≥Erase does not work if one or more titles are protected.
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Setting the protection
Title
Select “Set up Protection” in step 4 on page 32.
Still picture
Select “Set up Protection” in step 4 on page 36.
Folder of still pictures
Select “Set up Protection” in step 3 on page 36, “To edit still 
picture folders”.
Disc Protection
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPAUSEPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
TIME SLIP DISPLAY
3 4 2 1 
ENTER FUNCTIONS
RETURN HDD, DVD,
SD/PC
PROTECT
LOCK
e.g. SD Memory Card
Providing a disc with a name
Erasing all titles and play lists—Erase 
all titles
DISC SETTINGDVD-RAMTitles 11
UsedFree
0 : 225:38 (EP)
OnDisc Name
Earse all titles
Format disc
Disc Protection
My favorite 01/0201
Chapter 102Chapter 2HDD SD/PC
Play backDIRECT NAVIGATOR
DVDDVD-RAMDISC PROTECTIONDocumentary
CARTRIDGE PROT
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Convenient functions
[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC]
Preparation
≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.
≥Release protection (➡page 44).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” or “CARD SETTING” and 
press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Format” or 
“Format disc” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when formatting is finished.
6Press [ENTER].
[Note]
≥To stop formatting [RAM]
Press [RETURN].
(You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc 
must be reformatted if you do this.)
≥Formatting cannot be performed on DVD-R or CD-R/RW.
≥When a disc or card has been formatted using this unit, it may not 
be possible to use it on any other equipment.
≥You cannot format a Microdrive or mobile hard disk on this unit.
[DVD-R]
Preparation
Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “TOP MENU” 
and press [ENTER].
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the background and press 
[ENTER].
You can select the 
background that will be 
displayed as the DVD-Video 
top menu after finalizing.
≥You can change thumbnails 
displayed in the top menu. 
(➡page 33, Change 
Thumbnail)
4Press [3,4] to 
select “Select First play” and press 
[ENTER].
Press [3,4] to select “Top Menu” or “Title 1” and press 
[ENTER].
You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing.
Top Menu: The top menu appears first.
Title 1: The disc content is played without displaying the 
top menu.
5Press [3,4] to select “Finalize” and 
press [ENTER].
1Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
2Press [2,1] to select “Start” and press [ENTER].
A message appears when finalizing is finished.
3Press [ENTER].
[Note]
≥You cannot finalize DVD-R recorded on other manufacturer’s 
equipment.
≥If you finalize a recorded DVD-R on Panasonic equipment other 
than this unit, the background selected as “TOP MENU” may not 
display.
DVD-R finalized on this unit may not be playable on other players 
due to the condition of the recording.
≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs.
http://www.panasonic.com/broadcast
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Erasing all the contents of a disc or 
card—Format
≥Formatting erases all contents (including computer data), 
and it cannot be restored. Check carefully before 
proceeding. The contents are erased when you format it even if 
you have set protection.
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
formatting. This can render the disc unusable.
Formatting normally takes a few minutes, however it may take up 
to a maximum of 70 minutes ([RAM]).
Enabling DVD-R to be played on other 
equipment—Finalize
After finalizing
≥The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record 
or edit.
≥When transferring (dubbing) in high speed, chapters will be 
replicated.
≥Titles are divided into about 5-minute
§ chapters, if
–the titles were directly recorded to DVD-R.
–the titles were transferred (dubbed) using any mode other than 
the high speed mode.
§This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode 
of recording.
≥There is a pause of several seconds between titles and 
chapters during play.
Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
finalizing. This will render the disc unusable.
≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes.
Before 
finalizingAfter 
finalizing
Disc display on this unit DVD-R DVD-V
Recording/Editing/Entering name±t
Play on other players t±
1
4
78
5
2
9
6
3
TOP MENU LIST
01Display after finalizing
Thumbnail
(Still picture)
Title Name
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Convenient functions
Entering text
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [SD] [PC]
You can give names to recorded titles, etc.
The maximum number of characters:
[Note]
If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens.
1Show Enter Name screen.
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select a 
character and press [ENTER].
Repeat this step to enter other characters.
≥To erase a character
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the character in the name field 
and press [;].
≥Using the numbered buttons to enter characters
e.g., entering the letter “R”
1Press [7] to move to the 7th 
row.
2Press [7] twice to highlight 
“R”.
3Press [ENTER].
≥To enter a space
Press [¢CANCEL] and press [ENTER].
3Press [∫] (SET).
Returns to the previously displayed screen.
To end partway
Press [RETURN].
Text is not saved.
For your reference
If you enter a long name, only part of it is shown in the TOP MENU 
after finalization (➡page 45). When entering a title name, the name 
that will appear in the TOP MENU can be previewed in “Display in 
DVD-R TOP MENU” window. [HDD] [RAM]Characters
Title 64
Play list 64
Disc 64
Folder of still pictures 36
[DVD-R]Characters
Title 44
Disc 40
[SD] [PC]Characters
Folder of still pictures 36
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPA U S EPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
CHAPTER SETUPInfo
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
REC MODE ERASE
REC
STATUS TIME SLIP DISPLAYDUBBING
3,4,2,1 
ENTER
RETURN ∫ ; ¢ CANCEL
Numbered 
buttons
Title
Select “Enter Name” in step 4 on page 32.
Play list
Select “Enter Name” in step 4 on page 35.
Disc
Select “Disc Name” in step 3 on page 44.
Folder of still pictures
Select “Folder Name” in step 3 on page 36, “To 
edit still picture folders”.
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Convenient functions
Changing the unit’s settings
1While stopped
Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select the tab and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select the menu and 
press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the option and 
press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
§1You need to set these menus only when you do not use TV Guide On ScreenTM system. These menus turn gray and become un-selectable 
after this unit downloads the television program list.
§2You can set these menus only after “Auto Channel Setting” is completed.
Continued on next page
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPA U S EPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
CHAPTER SETUPInfo
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
REC MODE ERASE
REC
STATUS TIME SLIP DISPLAYDUBBING
3,4,2,1 
ENTER
RETURN
SETUP
¢ CANCEL
Í DVD POWER
Numbered 
buttons
Common procedures
Tabs Menus Options
Antenna SystemAuto Channel Setting
TV GUIDE Setting
Channel CaptionsCATV
Channel SETUPSet Up
Summary of settings
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Channel
TV GUIDE Setting
Set the TV Guide On ScreenTM system.
Antenna System
§2
Select to suit the type of antenna you are using.≥TV≥CATV
Auto Channel Setting§1 (➡page 50)j
Preset Channel Captions
§2 (➡page 51)j
Manual Channel Captions
§2 (➡page 51)j
Set UpOff Timer
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.≥2 hr≥6 hr≥Off
Remote Control Code (➡page 13)≥Set Code 1
≥Set Code 2≥Set Code 3
Auto Clock Setting
§1 (➡page 50)
Manual Clock Setting
§1 (➡page 11)
Time Zone Adjust
§1 (➡page 50)≥j1≥0≥i1
Re-initialize Settings
This returns all values in the SETUP menus, except for the 
clock, channel settings, ratings level, and on-screen language, 
to the default settings.≥Ye s≥No
DiscLanguages
Choose the language for audio, subtitle and disc menus. [DVD-V]
≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
≥Some discs start in a certain language despite any changes 
you make here.≥Enter a code (➡page 56) with the numbered buttons when 
you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”.
When the selected language is not available on the disc, the 
default language is played. There are discs where you can 
only switch the language from the menu screen (➡page 24).
Audio Language≥English
≥French≥Spanish
≥Original: The original language of each disc will be selected.
≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Subtitle Language≥Automatic
:If the language selected for “Audio Language” is not available, 
subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available 
on that disc.
≥English≥French≥Spanish≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Menu Language≥English
≥French≥Spanish≥Other ¢¢¢¢
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Changing the unit’s settings
Continued on next page
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Disc
ContinuedRatings
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with 
the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown.
≥Do not forget your password.≥8 No Limit
: All DVD-Video can be played.
≥1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding 
ratings recorded on them.
≥0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.
≥Unlock Recorder≥Change Password
≥Change Level≥Temporary Unlock
Recording Time in EP Mode
Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode 
(➡page 17, Recording modes and approximate recording times).
≥EP (6H):You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.≥EP (8H):You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.
Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode
Select “Video (On)” to play DVD-Video content on some DVD-
Audio.≥Video (On):The setting returns to “Audio (Off)” when you 
change the disc or turn the unit off.
≥Audio (Off)
DVD-R High-Speed Recording
When high speed transferring (dubbing) a title to DVD-R, it is 
necessary to turn this setting “On” before recording to HDD,; 
however, the screen size, etc. is restricted (➡ right). We 
recommend turning the setting “Off” if high speed transfer 
(dubbing) to DVD-R is not necessary when recording a 
program.≥On: Makes high speed mode transferring (dubbing) to 
DVD-R possible. Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER]. [“ ” appears in the transferring 
(dubbing) list (➡page 38).]
–Pictures are saved at 4:3.
–Hybrid VBR Resolution (➡ below) setting is “Fixed”.
–Select the type of audio in advance from “Select 
MTS” (➡below).
≥Off
Video3-D Y/C Separation≥On: Reduces noise by separating the luminance (Y) and 
color (C) signals when recording.
≥Off: Reduces the ghosting that occurs when recording fast 
moving images.
Hybrid VBR Resolution
(➡page 53, VBR)≥Automatic: The resolution is automated to provide efficient 
recording with less block noise. [HDD] [RAM]
≥Fixed
: The resolution is fixed to ensure that there is no 
loss of source picture resolution while recording.
Still Mode
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play 
(➡page 53, Frames and fields).≥Automatic
≥Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected.
≥Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen 
clearly when “Automatic” is selected.
Seamless Play
Select the play mode for play list chapter segments.≥On
: The chapters in play lists are played seamlessly. This 
does not work when there are several audio types 
included on the play list and when using Quick View. 
Additionally, the positioning of chapter segments may 
change slightly.
≥Off: The points where chapters in play lists change are 
played accurately, but the picture may freeze for a 
moment.
Line-in NR
Reduces video tape noise while transferring (dubbing).
≥When noise reduction is on, “3-D Y/C Separation” (➡above) 
does not work regardless of the setting.≥Automatic
: Noise reduction only works on picture input from a 
video tape.
≥On: Noise reduction works for any video input.
≥Off: Noise reduction is off. Select when you want to 
record input as is.
Black Level Control
Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to the desired setting for picture enhancement.
Input Level
Adjusts the black level of the input signal.≥Lighter≥Darker
Output Level (Composite/S Video)
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the 
VIDEO OUT and S-VIDEO OUT terminal.≥Lighter≥Darker
Output Level (Component)
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/P
B/PR) terminals.≥Lighter≥Normal
≥Darker
AudioSearch Audio & PLAY k1.3
You may hear sound regardless of this setting with some discs.≥On: Audio is heard during first level search forward.
≥Off: Audio is not heard during search. Quick View 
(➡page 25) does not work.
D. Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only)
Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.≥On≥Off
Select MTS
Select the audio recording type, main or secondary (SAP) audio 
when:
–Recording or transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R.
–Recording or transferring (dubbing) sound in LPCM. 
(➡page 49, Audio for XP Recording)≥Main≥SAP
You cannot select this when recording from an external source 
onto DVD-R. Select audio on the other equipment.
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 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Audio
ContinuedDigital Audio Output
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (➡page 9).
≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
PCM Down Conversion
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 
kHz or 88.2 kHz.≥On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz. (Choose 
when the connected equipment cannot process 
signals with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 
kHz.)
≥Off
: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. (Choose 
when the connected equipment can process signals 
with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)
Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the above 
settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz 
or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.
Dolby DigitalSelect how to output the signal, to output 
“Bitstream” so the connected equipment 
decodes the signal, or to decode on this 
unit and output the signal as “PCM” (2 
channel).
[Note]
Not making the proper settings may result 
in noise, possibly damage your hearing 
and speakers, and digital recording may 
not work properly. ≥Bitstream
: When connecting to equipment displaying the 
Dolby Digital logo.
≥PCM: When connecting to equipment not displaying the 
Dolby Digital logo.
DTS≥Bitstream: When connecting to equipment displaying the DTS 
logo.
≥PCM
: When connecting to equipment not displaying the 
DTS logo.
Audio for XP Recording
Choose the audio type when recording or transferring (dubbing) 
with XP mode.≥Dolby Digital
 (➡page 53)
≥LPCM (➡page 53)
–The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than 
that of normal XP mode recordings.
–The audio recording becomes Dolby Digital even if you 
selected LPCM when using a recording mode other than XP.
–When recording MTS broadcast, select the type of audio in 
advance from “Select MTS” (➡page 48).
Select Audio CH for DV Input
You can select the kind of audio when recording from the unit’s 
DV terminal (➡page 41).≥Stereo 1
: Records audio (L1, R1).
≥Stereo 2: Records added audio such as narration (L2, R2) 
subsequent to original recording.
≥Mix: Records both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2.
When recording MTS broadcast, select the type of audio in 
advance from “Select MTS” (➡page 48).
DisplayStatus Messages
Choose whether to show status messages automatically.≥Automatic≥Off
On-screen Language
Choose the language for these menus and on-screen 
messages.≥English
≥Español≥Français
–Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system regardless of the settings. Other languages cannot 
be displayed.
Blue Background
Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the blue 
background when reception is weak.≥On
≥Off
Front Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.≥Bright
≥Dim
≥Automatic:
The display turns dark during play, and reappears 
momentarily if a button is pressed. When the unit is turned off 
all displays disappear. While using this mode the standby 
power consumption can be reduced.
TV 
ScreenTV Type (➡page 12)≥Aspect 4:3 & 480I≥Aspect 4:3 & 480P
≥Aspect 16:9 & 480I≥Aspect 16:9 & 480P
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video
Select how DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥Pan & Scan
:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan 
(unless prohibited by the producer of the disc).
≥Letterbox:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style.
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM
Select how DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥4:3: Titles played as recorded.
≥Pan & Scan:Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & 
Scan.
≥Letterbox: Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the 
letterbox style.
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 47.
Preparation:
If the television program list has already been downloaded, return the unit to the factory preset condition using the steps indicated below.
When the unit is on and stopped
1Press and hold [XCH] and [WCH] on the main unit for about five seconds.
The unit turns off.
2Press [ÍDVD POWER] to turn the unit on.
3Complete the TV Guide On Screen
TM system setup (until [ENTER] is pressed after the “Watch 
TV” message screen is displayed).
[Note]
You can set timer recording only manually after you set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Auto Channel 
Setting” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [ENTER].
Auto Channel Setting starts. This takes a few minutes.
The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is 
displayed when finished.
≥DST, Daylight Saving Time, shows the summertime setting.
≥TIME ZONE shows the time difference from Greenwich 
meantime (GMT).
EST (Eastern Standard Time)l GMT j5
CST (Central Standard Time)l GMT j6
MST (Mountain Standard Time)l GMT j7
PST (Pacific Standard Time)l GMT j8
AST (Alaska Standard Time)l GMT j9
HST (Hawaii Standard Time)l GMT j10
For other areas: xx hr
≥If the Auto Clock Setting does not start automatically, select 
“Auto Clock Setting” from the “Set Up” tab.
≥If the time was not set correctly, use manual clock setting 
(➡page 11) or time zone adjust.
6Press [ENTER].
≥The unit configures channels according to the Antenna 
System settings as follows.
Adjust the time zone (j1 or i1) if it was not set correctly with auto 
clock setting.
You cannot change this setting if you set the clock manually.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Set Up” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Time Zone 
Adjust” and press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select “s1” or “r1” 
and press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To cancel partway while Auto Channel/Clock Setting is taking place
Press [RETURN].
REC
TIME SLIP
SD PCDV DHDD
OPEN/CLOSE
DRIVE SELECTCHTIME SLIP/x1. 3
X CH W
Auto channel/clock settings
SETUP
DiscVideoAudio
Auto Clock Setting
Auto Clock Setting is complete.
4/4/2002 12:15 AM
DST.............  ON
TIME ZONE.... CSTChannelSet Up
Antenna system Band Channel
TVVHF 2–13
UHF 14–69
CATVVHF 2–13
CATV LOW BAND 95–99
CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14–36
CATV HYPER BAND 37–65
ULTRA BAND66–94
100–125
SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1
Time Zone Adjust
SETUP
DiscVideo
Set Up
Time Zone Adjust
j10i1Channel
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