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Convenient functions
You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself.
The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is displayed and in the Direct Navigator screen.
≥You can set channel captions only after “Auto Channel Setting” is completed.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Preset 
Channel Captions” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the caption and 
press [1].
You can choose from the following captions.
ABC, PBS, CBS, CNN, FOX, ESPN, NBC, HBO, A&E, AMC, 
FAM, MAX, MTV, SHOW, TBS, USA, TNT, CBC, UPN, CTV, 
WB, TSN, DSC, GLOB
≥When selecting the caption, press and hold [3,4] to scroll 
up and down the screen.
5Press [3,4] to select the channel 
corresponding to the caption and 
press [2].
≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if 
captions have not been added manually.
≥To delete the channel number, press [¢CANCEL].
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter other channels.
6Press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Manual 
Channel Captions” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the channel 
and press [1].
≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if 
preset captions have not been added.
5Press [3,4] to select the first 
character and press [1].
≥You can choose from the following characters:
A–Z, 0–9, -, &, !, /, (space)
≥To delete the caption, press [¢CANCEL].
≥Repeat this step to enter the other characters.
6Press [2,1] to return to the “Channel 
Number” column.
Repeat steps 4–6 to enter other channels.
7Press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Channel captions
Antenna System
Auto Channel Setting
Channel Captions
Preset Channel CaptionsManual Channel CaptionsCATV
Channel SETUPSet UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
TV GUIDE Setting
Preset Channel Captions
SETUP
Set UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Preset Captions
Caption
Channel Number
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---
GLOB
ABC
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PBS
CBS
Channel
Manual Channel Captions
SETUP
Set UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Manual Captions
Caption
Channel Number
AAAA
6
10
12
23----
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Specifications
Recording system:DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM)
DVD-Video format (DVD-R)
Recordable discs:
DVD-RAM :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB, 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB
12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0)
DVD-R :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 8cm (3q) 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0)
12 cm (5z) 4.7 GB (for General Ver. 2.0/4k–SPEED DVD-R
Revision 1.0)
Recording time:
≥Maximum 8 hours (with 4.7 GB disc)
≥Maximum 284 hours (with built-in 160 GB HDD)
Playable discs:
DVD-RAM :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB, 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB
12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0)
DVD-R :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 8cm (3q) 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0)
12 cm (5z) 4.7 GB (for General Ver. 2.0/4k–SPEED DVD-R
Revision 1.0)
DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Video CD, CD-Audio (CD-DA)
CD-R/CD-RW (MP3, CD-DA, Video CD formatted discs)
Built-in HDD Capacity:160 GB
Drive unit:High Speed Drive (correspond to 4 times speed with 
DVD-R disc and 3 times speed with DVD-RAM disc)
LASER Specification
Class I LASER Product
Wav e length:
795 nm wavelength (for CDs), 658 nm wavelength (for DVD)
Laser power:
No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection
Audio system
Recording system:
Dolby Digital 2 ch, Linear PCM (XP mode, 2ch)
Input:LINE (pin jack)a3
Reference input: 309 mVrms, FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Input Impedance: 47 k≠
Output:LINE (pin jack)a2
(Load impedance: 10 k≠)
Reference output: 309 mVrms, FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Output Impedance: 1 k≠
Digital Audio Out:Optical terminal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS)Television system
Tuner system:NTSC-M
Antenna reception input:TV Channel: 2 ch–69 ch, 75 ≠
CATV Channel: 1 ch–125 ch, 75 ≠
RF Converter Output:Not provided
Video system
TV system:NTSC color signal, 525 lines, 60 fields
Recording system:MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)
Input:LINE (pin jack)a3, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
S connectora3 Y:  1.0 Vp-p; C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Output:LINE (pin jack)a2, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
S connectora2 Y:  1.0 Vp-p; C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Component video output (480P/480I):Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
P
B: 0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠
PR: 0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Card unit:Still picture (JPEG, TIFF)
Card slot:SD Memory Card/PC Card Type II
Compatible media:SD Memory Card
§, MultiMediaCard
A PC Card adaptor conforming to PC Card Standards,
ATA Flash PC Card,
PC Card adaptor (SD Memory Card
§, MultiMediaCard,
CompactFlash, SmartMedia, MEMORYSTICK, xD-Picture Card,
Microdrive), Mobile hard disk
Format:FAT12, FAT16
Image format:JPEG
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system),
(sub sampling 4:2:2 or 4:2:0),
TIFF (uncompressed RGB chunky),
DPOF Compatible
Number of pixels:34a34 to 6144a4096
Thawing time:Approx. 7 sec. (2 M pixels)
DV input:IEEE 1394 Standard, 4 pin
Others
Regional code:‚ 1
Clock unit:Quartz-controlled 12-hour digital display
Operating temperature:5 oC–40 oC (41 oF–104 oF)
Operating humidity range:10 %–80 % RH (no condensation)
Power supply:AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption:39 W
Dimensions (WkHkD):Approx. 430 mmk79 mmk291 mm
(Approx.1615/16qk31/8qk1115/32q)Mass:Approx. 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)
[Note]
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
§Includes miniSDTM Cards. (A miniSDTM adaptor needs to be 
inserted.)
User memo: XP: Approx. 1 hour
LP: Approx. 4 hoursSP: Approx. 2 hours
EP: Approx. 6 hours/8 hours
XP: Approx. 36 hours
LP: Approx. 138 hoursSP: Approx. 70 hours
EP: Approx. 212 hours/284 hours
Power consumption in standby mode
:  approx. 15 W
The model number and serial number of this product can be 
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER  DMR-T6070
SERIAL NUMBER 
DATE OF PURCHASE _______________________________
DEALER NAME ____________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  ________________________________
_________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  _____________________________
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Glossary
Bitstream
This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) 
before it is decoded into its various channels.
CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)
CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to 
be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with 
CPRM compatible recorders and discs.
Dolby Digital
This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby 
Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can 
also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can 
be recorded on one disc using this method.
When recording on this unit Dolby Digital (2 channel) is the default 
audio.
Down-mixing
This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on 
some discs into two channels. It is useful when you want to listen to 
the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through your television’s 
speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then 
only output the front two channels.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
DPOF is the standard printing format for still picture data taken by a 
digital camera, etc. It is used for automatic printing at a photo 
developing store or on your home printer.
Drive
In the instance of this unit, this refers to the hard disk (HDD), disc 
(DVD), SD card (SD) and PC card (PC). These perform the reading 
and writing of data.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good 
separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are 
possible.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound 
that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest 
level of sound before distortion occurs.
Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap between the 
loudest and softest sounds. This means you can listen at low 
volumes but still hear dialog clearly.
Film and video
DVD-Video are recorded using either film or video. This unit can 
determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable 
method of progressive output.
Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture film generally 
being 24 frames per second.
Video is 60 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).
Finalize
A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. 
possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize 
DVD-R on this unit.
After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer 
record or edit.
Folder
This is a place on the hard disk or memory card where groups of 
data are stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place 
where still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) are stored.
Formatting
Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM 
recordable on recording equipment.
You can format the HDD, DVD-RAM and memory cards on this unit. 
Formatting erases irrevocably all contents.
Frames and fields
Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see 
on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.
≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but 
picture quality is generally better.
≥A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but 
there is no blurring.HDD (Hard disk drive)
This is a mass data storage device used in computers, etc. A disk 
with a surface that has been treated with magnetic fluid is spun and 
a magnetic head is brought in close proximity to facilitate the reading 
and writing of large amounts of data at high speed.
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. If 
you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras etc., the 
data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The 
feature of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering 
the degree of compression.
LPCM (Linear PCM)
These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on 
CDs. LPCM sound is available when recording in XP mode.
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)
An audio compression method that compresses audio to 
approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of 
audio quality. You can play MP3 you have recorded onto CD-R and 
CD-RW.
Pan&Scan/Letterbox
In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be 
viewed on a widescreen television (16:9 aspect ratio), so images 
often don’t fit regular (4:3 aspect ratio) televisions. Two styles of 
picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.
Pan&Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fills 
the screen.
Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and 
bottom of the picture so the picture itself 
appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9.
Playback control (PBC)
If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and 
information with menus.
(This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 1.1.) 
Progressive/Interlace
NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (I) scan lines, 
whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. 
This is called 480P.
Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video 
recorded on media such as DVD-Video.
Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.
Protection
You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or 
erasure protection.
Sampling frequency
Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave 
(analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital 
encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per 
second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the 
original sound.
Thumbnail
This refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display 
multiple pictures in the form of a list.
TIFF (Tag Image File Format)
This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. 
A common format for storing high quality images on digital cameras 
and other devices.
VBR (Variable bitrate)
This is a method of video recording that adjusts the bit rate 
according to video signal.
Frame Field Field
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Frequently asked questions
Set upPage
Disc
Recording
What equipment is necessary to play 
multi channel surround sound?≥ DVD-Video:
You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an amplifier 
equipped with a Dolby Digital and a DTS decoder.
≥DVD-Audio:
This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel surround sound.9
—
Are the headphones and speakers 
directly connected to the unit?≥You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, etc.9
The television has both S-VIDEO IN 
terminal and COMPONENT VIDEO 
IN terminals. Which terminal should I 
connect with?≥We recommend the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal. Component signal outputs the 
color difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve 
high fidelity in reproducing colors.
If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture can be 
output because this unit’s component video output terminal outputs a progressive 
output signal.7
Is my television progressive output 
compatible?≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480P input terminals are compatible. Consult the 
manufacturer if you have another brand of television.—
Can I play DVD-Video, DVD-Audio 
and Video CDs bought in another 
country?≥You can play them if the video standard is NTSC.
≥However, you cannot play DVD-Video if their region number does not include “1” or 
“ALL”.—
Cover
Can a DVD-Video that does not have 
a region number be played?≥The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. You cannot 
play discs that do not have a region number.—
Please tell me about DVD-R and 
DVD-RW compatibility with this unit.≥This unit records and plays DVD-R. However, you cannot record onto DVD-R discs that 
are finalized. 
≥This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible discs.
≥This unit does not record or play DVD-RW.—
—
—
Please tell me about CD-R and CD-
RW compatibility with this unit.≥This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs (audio recording discs) which have been recorded 
under one of the following standards: CD-DA, MP3 and Video CD. Close the session or 
finalize the disc after recording.
≥You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.14, 27
—
Can I record from a commercially 
purchased video cassette or DVD?≥Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected; therefore, 
recording is usually not possible.—
Can a DVD-R recorded on this unit 
be played on other equipment?≥You can play on DVD-R compatible players after finalizing the disc on this unit; however, 
due to the condition of the recording, play may not be possible.45
Can I high speed transfer (dub) to a 
disc?≥You can record up to 32k recording speed to DVD-R and up to 24k recording speed to 
DVD-RAM when using a high speed compatible disc.37
Can I record digital audio signals 
using this unit?≥You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on this unit are for output 
only. (The audio recorded using the DV automatic recording function from a digital video 
camcorder, for example, is recorded digitally.)—
Can a digital audio signal from this 
unit be recorded to other 
equipment?≥You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the “Digital Audio 
Output” settings to the following from the SETUP menu.
–PCM Down Conversion On
–Dolby Digital PCM
–DTS PCM
However, only
–As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted.
–As long as the recording equipment is compatible with a sampling frequency of 48 
kHz.
≥You cannot record MP3 signals.49
—
Can I switch to SAP during 
recording?≥With HDD and DVD-RAM, you can, and the audio recorded also changes. Just press 
[AUDIO].
≥With DVD-R, you cannot. Change before recording with “Select MTS” in the SETUP 
menu.17
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TV Guide On ScreenTM systemPag e
Does the TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system work with analog and digital 
cable TV boxes?≥Yes. The TV Guide On ScreenTM system works with both analog and digital cable TV 
boxes.—
I have relocated, changed my 
television reception system or cable 
TV box etc. How should I redo the 
TV Guide On Screen
TM system 
setup?≥Select “Change system settings” in “SETUP” in the Navigation menu of the TV Guide 
On Screen
TM system. If you select “No, repeat setup process”, you can then access the 
TV Guide On ScreenTM system setup screen. You can also access the setup screen 
from “TV GUIDE Setting” in the SETUP menu.23, 47
Please tell me about the 
downloading of television program 
list data.≥Channel line-up data is transmitted continuously, 24 hours a day–7 days a week.
≥Program information that contains details about each program is usually transmitted 
four times a day, and the cycles last approximately 3 hours. The TV Guide On Screen
TM 
system only requires one transmission a day to maintain up-to-date program listings. 
Because the unit must be turned off in order to receive new information, multiple 
transmissions are conveniently scheduled early to mid-morning and early afternoon 
hours.
—
—
Why doesn’t my favorite program 
have more information in the 
information window or expanded 
information window?≥The hardware that makes TV Guide On Screen
TM system possible is a computer chip 
which has limited storage space. Factors used in determining which programs display 
detailed program information are the number of channels turned “ON” in the CHANNEL 
EDITOR screen and the availability of the descriptions. 
Setting channels that cannot be received to “OFF” in the CHANNEL EDITOR screen 
may increase the amount of information displayed.23
What kind of information might be 
seen in the MESSAGES screen?≥Useful Product Related Information (PRI) such as alerting the user to new features or 
data available through the TV Guide On ScreenTM system. This feature may not be 
active in all viewing areas.
—
Can I record one channel while 
watching another?If you do not connect a cable TV box
≥Yes. Change the television’s input mode to “TV”.
If you connect a cable TV box
≥No. The user cannot watch one program and record another.—
—
If I have a power failure, will I need to 
reset the timer recording programs I 
have already set?≥In most cases the timer recording programs will be saved. However, if an extended 
power failure occurs, it is strongly recommended that you verify the timer recording 
programs that you had previously set. Press [PROG/CHECK] to display the SCHEDULE 
screen.21
I do not want TV Guide On Screen
TM 
system to automatically appear on 
screen.≥Select “Off ” in “Review options” menu, so that TV Guide On ScreenTM system appears 
only when you press [TV GUIDE].23
I do not want to use TV Guide On 
ScreenTM system.
≥Set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting” in the SETUP menu. Note that you can set 
timer recording only manually after you set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”.50
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Error messages
On the televisionPage
On the unit’s display
Cannot finish recording 
completely.≥The program was copy-protected.
≥The HDD or disc may be full.—
—
Cannot play.≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.).—
Cannot record on the disc.≥The disc may be dirty or scratched.
≥You cannot format a Microdrive or mobile hard disk on this unit.62
—
Please check the disc.
Unable to format.
Cannot play back on this DVD-
Recorder.≥You tried to play a non-compatible image.
≥Turn the unit off and re-insert the card.28
28
Cannot record. Disc is full.≥Create space by erasing any unnecessary titles. [HDD] [RAM] 
(Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R, there is no increase in disc space.)
≥Use a new disc.26, 33, 44, 
45
— Cannot record. Maximum 
number of titles exceeded.
Error has occurred. Please 
press ENTER.≥Press [ENTER] to start recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while it is recovering 
(“SELF CHECK” appears on the unit’s display).—
No disc≥The disc may be upside down.—
No folders.≥There is no compatible folder in this unit.15
No PC CARD
No SD CARD
No valid PC card.
No valid SD card.≥The card is not inserted. If this message is displayed with a compatible card already 
inserted, turn off the unit, remove and then re-insert the card.
≥The card inserted is not compatible or the card format does not match.28
15
Not enough space on dubbing 
destination.≥Create space by erasing any unnecessary items.
≥Erase one or more items registered on the transfer (dubbing) list to ensure that the 
“Destination Capacity” is not exceeded.26, 29, 33, 
36, 44, 45
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Please change the disc.
≥There may be a problem with the disc. Press [
						

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Troubleshooting guide
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, go to http://www.panasonic.com/broadcast.
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:
PowerPag e
Displays
TV screen and video≥Regular disc rotating sounds.
≥Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
≥Image disturbance during search.≥Interruptions in reception due to periodic satellite broadcasting 
breaks.
≥A sound is heard when the HDD goes into SLEEP mode, or 
operations are slow to respond in SLEEP mode.
No power.≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC outlet.7, 8
The unit switches to standby 
mode.≥This is a power saving feature. Change “Off Timer” in the SETUP menu, if you would prefer.
≥One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [POWERÍ/I] on the main unit to turn the 
unit on.47
—
The display is dim.≥Change “Front Display” in the SETUP menu.49
“12:00A” is flashing on the 
unit’s display.≥Set the clock.11
Compared to the actual 
recorded time, the remaining 
time displayed is less.≥The displayed recording/play time is converted from the number of frames at 29.97 frames 
(equal to 0.999 seconds) to one second. There will be a slight difference between the time 
displayed and the actual elapsed time (e.g., actual one-hour elapsed time may display as 
approximately 59 minutes 56 seconds). This does not affect the recording.—
The time recorded on the disc 
and the available time shown 
do not add up.
The play time shown for MP3 
does not agree with the actual 
time.≥Times shown may disagree with actual times.
≥More disc space than the actual recording time is used after recording or editing the DVD-R 
200 times or more.
≥While searching, the elapsed time may not display correctly.
≥Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R, there is no increase in disc space.—
—
—
—
Television reception worsens 
after connecting the unit.≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. 
It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers.—
Status messages do not 
appear.≥Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the SETUP menu.49
The blue background does not 
appear.≥Select “On” in “Blue Background” in the SETUP menu.49
The 4:3 aspect ratio picture 
expands left and right.
Screen size is wrong.≥Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, set 
“Progressive” in the Video menu to “OFF”.
≥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.31
49
There is a lot of after-image 
when playing video.≥Change the settings for “3D NR”, and “Integrated DNR” to “0” or turn “MPEG-DNR” off if it is 
on.31
When playing DVD-Video using 
progressive output, one part of 
the picture momentarily 
appears to be doubled up.≥Set “Progressive” in the Video menu to “OFF”. This problem is caused by the editing method 
or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.31
There is no apparent change in 
picture quality when adjusted 
with the Video menu in the on-
screen menus.≥The effect is less perceivable with some types of video.—
The images from this unit do 
not appear on the television.
Picture is distorted.≥Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S-VIDEO OUT 
terminal or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on this unit.
≥Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct.
≥The television isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold [∫] and [TIME SLIP] 
on the main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace.7
—
—
The channels keep changing.≥When the unit is turned off, it uses the IR Blaster to scan the cable TV box channels and 
acquire the TV program list data. To watch a cable TV box program (even if not recording) 
turn the unit back on.—
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Troubleshooting guide
SoundPage
Operation
Recording/Timer recording/Transferring (dubbing)
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No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio 
type.≥Check the connections and settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have 
connected one.
≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. 
≥Turn off V.S.S. in the following cases.
–When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs.
–When playing MTS broadcast programs.
≥The disc may have a restriction on the method of audio output. If “D.MIX” does not appear in 
the display when playing multi-channel DVD-Audio, only audio for the two front channels will 
be output. Refer to the disc’s jacket. [DVD-A]7–9, 49
17, 26
31
—
Cannot switch audio.≥You cannot switch the audio in the following cases.
–When a DVD-R disc is in the disc tray while DVD drive is selected.
–When the recording mode is XP and “Audio for XP Recording” is set to “LPCM”.
–When “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” is set to “On”
≥You have used digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables 
(analog connection).
≥There are discs for which audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.—
49
48
49, 9
—
Cannot operate the television.
The remote control doesn’t 
work.≥Change manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the 
code.
≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote 
control.
Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at 
the same time for more than 2 seconds.
≥The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.
≥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 sunlight 
exposure.12
13
4
—
—
The unit is on but cannot be 
operated.≥Recording drive or playback drive has not been selected properly.
≥Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.
≥The unit is hot (“U14” appears on the display). Wait for “U14” to disappear.
≥One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.
Reset the unit as follows:
Press [POWERÍ/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [POWERÍ/I] on the main unit for about 
10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.
Alternatively, disconnect the AC power supply cord, wait one minute, then reconnect it.16, 24
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HDD activation is slow.≥The HDD is in SLEEP mode. (“HDD SLP” appears in the unit’s display.)62
Cannot eject disc.≥The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [∫] and [CHW] on the 
main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.—
Cannot record.≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the 
unit can record onto.
≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [RAM]
≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DISC 
SETTING.
≥Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded. (CPRM)
≥You cannot record when there is not enough space or when the number of titles has reached 
its limit. Erase unwanted titles.
≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.
≥Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, you may be unable to record onto them if you either insert and 
remove the disc or switch the unit on and off while a disc is loaded, a total of fifty times.
≥A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.14
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Timer recording does not work 
properly.
VCR Plusr system does not 
work properly.≥The timer program is incorrect or different timer program times overlap. Correct the program.
≥Timer recording program may be deleted if there is an interruption to the power.
≥VCR Plusr system works only after this unit downloads the television program list.21
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Timer recording does not stop 
even when [∫] is pressed.≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. Recording stops.19, 20, 
21
The timer program remains 
even after recording finishes.≥The timer program remains unless set to “Once”.19, 20
A part or whole of a recorded 
title has been lost.≥If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while 
recording or editing, the title may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable.
You will have to format the disc ([HDD] [RAM]) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any 
guarantee regarding lost titles or discs.45
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Cannot transfer (dub) to a DVD-
R disc using the high speed 
mode.≥When recording to the HDD, set “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” to “On” in the SETUP 
menu.48
When transferring (dubbing), it 
takes a long time even when 
high speed mode is selected.≥Use a disc that is compatible with high speed recording. Even if the disc is high speed 
recording compatible, the maximum speed recording rating may not be possible due to the 
condition of the disc.
≥It takes longer than normal to transfer (dub) many titles.
≥You cannot high speed transfer (dub) to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other 
Panasonic DVD recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 hour) mode recording.—
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An unusually loud sound 
coming from the rotating 
DVD-R.≥When recording or high speed transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, the sound of the disc 
rotating may be louder than normal; however, this is not a problem.—
The DV automatic recording 
function does not work.≥If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and DV 
equipment settings.
≥You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television.
≥Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV 
equipment are not successive.
≥Depending on the equipment, the DV automatic recording may not operate properly.41
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Although initial setup for the 
TV Guide On ScreenTM system 
was completed hours ago, 
television program list does 
not display when [TV GUIDE] is 
pressed.
≥Leave the unit turned off for at least 24 hours.
≥Initial setup was done incorrectly. (e.g, The user entered the wrong country, ZIP/postal code 
or cable TV box information.) Select “Change system settings” menu and verify the data 
entered during initial setup. If the settings are wrong, set up the TV Guide On Screen
TM 
system again.
≥Check the connection and set up the TV Guide On Screen
TM system again.
If you connect a cable TV box
–the output terminal of the cable TV box is connected to this unit’s RF IN or IN3 (L3) terminal
–the IR Blaster is correctly connected and installed
–the cable TV box is turned on
If you do not connect a cable TV box
–the antenna cable is connected to this unit’s RF IN terminal
≥The television program list was temporarily unavailable in your area (Wait another 24 hours 
or Re-do setup).
≥The television program list is not available in your area. Set the unit using “Auto Channel 
Setting”. Note that you can only manually set timer recording after you set the unit using 
“Auto Channel Setting”.
≥Consult your service provider if you are using a cable TV box.
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“Cable code -INCOMPLETE-” 
appears in the TV Guide On 
Screen
TM system setup.≥The unit cannot find the correct IR code for the cable TV box. Consult your service provider.—
As soon as the unit is turned 
on, and when you try to start 
timer recording, the TV Guide 
On Screen
TM system setup 
begins.
≥Even if you do not want to use the TV Guide On ScreenTM system, you need to complete the 
TV Guide On ScreenTM system setup (until you have to press [ENTER] after the “Watch TV” 
message screen is displayed). It will not be displayed after this point.
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Some or all of the channels 
display “No Listing”≥For a newly installed unit, the TV Guide On Screen
TM system may have not been given 
enough time to download the initial data. This procedure can only occur when the unit is in 
standby mode for a period of 24 hours. (During this time, do not turn on the unit as the 
download will be interrupted.) Once the procedure takes place the phrase “No Listings” will 
be replaced with program information.
≥The channel(s) in question was (were) recently turned “ON” (in the CHANNEL EDITOR 
screen) and TV Guide On Screen
TM system has yet to receive channel data for this channel. 
Leave the unit in standby mode.
≥Immediately after beginning use there are several days of blank listings. You can display the 
television program list for up to the next 8 days forward without any blank listings by 
downloading program lists continuously over several days.
≥The unit was left turned on for an extended period of time and the TV Guide On Screen
TM 
system was unable to receive television program list data. Press [ÍDVD POWER] to set the 
unit in standby mode when not in use.
≥During the data download the station from which data is downloaded had an unscheduled 
power outage.
≥If using an off-air antenna, marginally poor reception can cause some of the data to be 
missed.
≥If using a cable TV box, it was accidentally turned off. In installations using a cable TV box, 
the box must be left on continuously.—
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Cannot receive some channels 
displayed on the television 
program list.≥Cable TV subscribers receive channel data for all available channels your cable TV provider 
offers. In order to view all the channels, you’d also have to subscribe to all the channels. If 
you are connected to an off-air antenna the channel data you receive often represents a 
viewing area larger than you would typically be able to receive. Your location, the type of TV 
antenna you are using and your distance from each station’s transmitting antenna will all 
determine which channels are viewable from your location. Once you’ve determined which 
channels can be received, all others can be removed from the television program list. Set 
these channels to “OFF” in the CHANNEL EDITOR screen.23
Some of off-air or cable 
channels are not listed on the 
television program list and 
even on the CHANNEL EDITOR 
screen.≥Presently, the TV Guide On Screen
TM system does not list all channels in any given 
broadcast area. As a result, channels are selected primarily on a “majority rules” basis. 
Channels with the highest potential viewership are given top priority.
≥Data for local programming which is not provided to TV Guide’s data distribution network 
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The program highlighted 
doesn’t match up with the 
video window on the TV 
screen.≥The data entered during the initial setup was incorrect or the channel line-up you selected 
was incorrect. Select “Change system settings” menu and verify the data entered during 
initial setup. If the settings are wrong, set up the TV Guide On Screen
TM system again.
≥The station in question may have made recent program schedule changes and the TV Guide 
On Screen
TM system has not yet been updated.
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The unit doesn’t change 
channels or it changes to the 
wrong channel.
Some of channels are listed on 
the wrong number.≥Data entered into the initial setup screen was done incorrectly. (e.g, The user entered the 
wrong ZIP/postal code or selected the incorrect channel line-up.) Select “Change system 
settings” menu and verify the data entered during initial setup. If the settings are wrong, set 
up the TV Guide On Screen
TM system again.
≥The cable company has not yet informed industry sources of their channel line-up changes. 
Use the CHANNEL EDITOR feature to make adjustments.23
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Two stations are received on 
certain channels; morning and 
evening programs differ.≥Such situations occur more frequently on cable TV. “Split” channels occur when the cable 
provider may not have an adequate number of open channels and chooses to switch the 
channel line to better suit the subscribers viewing habits. When a “Split” channel occurs, 
program data for only one channel is usually provided.—
Cable TV box doesn’t change 
channels with TV Guide On 
Screen
TM system.≥The incorrect cable TV box brand code was selected during the initial setup. Select “Change 
system settings” menu and verify the data entered during initial setup. If the setting is wrong, 
set up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system again.
≥The user has incorrectly connected or positioned the IR Blaster. Please reconnect or 
reposition it.
≥The cable TV box has no remote capability and is incompatible. Consult your service 
provider.
≥The user has an “after market” brand cable TV box which may be incompatible. Consult your 
service provider.23
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Cannot record a program. The 
screen remains snowy or blue.If you do not connect a cable TV box
≥The unit was not hooked up correctly. Please reconnect it.
≥The user selected the incorrect channel lineup. Select “Change system settings” menu and 
verify the data entered during initial setup. If the setting is wrong, set up the TV Guide On 
Screen
TM system again. 
If you connect a cable TV box
≥The unit is not set to the correct output channel. Select “Change system settings” menu and 
verify the data entered during initial setup. If the setting is wrong, redo setup correctly 
choosing 03, 04 or whichever output channel is set by your cable system. 
≥The unit and/or cable TV box is hooked up incorrectly. Please reconnect it, or contact the 
cable company for proper wiring procedure.
≥The cable TV box was left OFF. The user should always leave the cable TV box turned on 
and the unit turned off (when not in use).
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The SCHEDULE screen only 
shows the channel number of 
the program instead of the 
program name.≥The time slot and channel for the scheduled program may have not yet received listings 
information. Once updated information is received the program name will appear in the 
SCHEDULE screen.—
Play fails to start even when 
[1] (PLAY) is pressed.
Play starts but then stops 
immediately.≥Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up.
≥You tried to play a blank DVD-RAM/DVD-R, or disc unplayable on this unit.
≥You may be able to transfer (dub) a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to DVD-
RAM using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible 
due to copyright protection.
≥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.
≥You cannot play discs during DV automatic recording.24
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Audio and video momentarily 
pause.≥This occurs between play list chapters.
≥This occurs between chapters and with partially deleted titles on finalized DVD-R that have 
been transferred (dubbed) using the high speed mode.—
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