Panasonic Dvd Video Recorder Lq Md800 Operating Instructions
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DVD-RRAM
Erasing programs (Erase)
You can check the contents of a selected program.
After performing steps (1) to (3) of “Erasing
programs ”, perform the following steps:
(4) Use [ , ] to select “Properties ” and press
[ENTER].
• The contents of the program are shown.
DVD-RRAM
Checking program contents (Properties)
After performing steps (1) to (3) of “Erasing
programs ”, perform the following steps:
(4) Use [ , ] to select “Enter Title ” and press
[ENTER].
(5) Enter or edit the title.
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DVD-RRAM
Erasing programs (Erase)
You can check the contents of a selected program.
After performing steps (1) to (3) of “Erasing
programs ”, perform the following steps:
(4) Use [ , ] to select “Properties ” and press
[ENTER].
• The contents of the program are shown.
DVD-RRAM
Checking program contents (Properties)
After performing steps (1) to (3) of “Erasing
programs ”, perform the following steps:
(4) Use [ , ] to select “Enter Title ” and press
[ENTER].
(5) Enter or edit the title.
DVD-RRAM...")
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RAM
Erasing parts of a program (Partial Erase)
You can divide a selected program into two.
RAM
Dividing programs (Divide)
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Using the SEARCH PROGRAM (continued)
To stop partway through
Select “Cancel ” in step (8) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN].
To erase another part of the same program
Select “Next ” in step (7) and perform step (8), then repeat steps
(5) –(8).
For your reference:
• Use search and slow-motion to find the points.
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RAM
Erasing parts of a program (Partial Erase)
You can divide a selected program into two.
RAM
Dividing programs (Divide)
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Using the SEARCH PROGRAM (continued)
To stop partway through
Select “Cancel ” in step (8) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN].
To erase another part of the same program
Select “Next ” in step (7) and perform step (8), then repeat steps
(5) –(8).
For your reference:
• Use search and slow-motion to find the points.
• You cannot specify an end point before a start point or a start...")
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Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs
To clear the PLAY LIST screen Press [RETURN].
The screen returns to the state it was in before you called up the
play list.
What you can do with the PLAY LIST screen
Creating PLAY LIST
Playing PLAY LIST
Select a scene to play
(Play Scenes)Add, move, re-edit and erase scenes (Edit)Copying PLAY LIST (PL Copy)
Erasing a PLAY LIST (PL Erase)
Give PLAY LIST titles
(Enter Title)Checking PLAY LIST ’s contents (Properties)
For your reference:
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Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs
To clear the PLAY LIST screen Press [RETURN].
The screen returns to the state it was in before you called up the
play list.
What you can do with the PLAY LIST screen
Creating PLAY LIST
Playing PLAY LIST
Select a scene to play
(Play Scenes)Add, move, re-edit and erase scenes (Edit)Copying PLAY LIST (PL Copy)
Erasing a PLAY LIST (PL Erase)
Give PLAY LIST titles
(Enter Title)Checking PLAY LIST ’s contents (Properties)
For your reference:
• When the disc is...")
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To stop scene play
Press [ ].
• The scene list appears.
To show scene 10 and later
In step (5), use [ , , , ] to select “Next 1 ” and press [ENTER].
(5) Use [ , , , ] to select the scene you want
to play and press [ENTER].
• The scene you select is played.
Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs (continued)
(6) Use [ , , , ] to select the scene after the
position you want to add the scene and press
[ENTER].
(7) Use search functions such as fast-forward and
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To stop scene play
Press [ ].
• The scene list appears.
To show scene 10 and later
In step (5), use [ , , , ] to select “Next 1 ” and press [ENTER].
(5) Use [ , , , ] to select the scene you want
to play and press [ENTER].
• The scene you select is played.
Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs (continued)
(6) Use [ , , , ] to select the scene after the
position you want to add the scene and press
[ENTER].
(7) Use search functions such as fast-forward and
slow-motion to find the start...")
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Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs (continued)
(9) Use [ , ] to select “Exit ” and press [ENTER].
To re-edit another scene
(1) Use [ , ] after step (8) to select “Next ” or “Back ” and
press [ENTER] until you find the scene you want to re-edit.
(2) Repeat steps (6) –(8) to continue re-editing other scenes.
Note:
• You cannot specify an end point before a start point or a start
point after an end point.
For your reference:
• You can fast-forward, rewind, pause and slow-motion while
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Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs (continued)
(9) Use [ , ] to select “Exit ” and press [ENTER].
To re-edit another scene
(1) Use [ , ] after step (8) to select “Next ” or “Back ” and
press [ENTER] until you find the scene you want to re-edit.
(2) Repeat steps (6) –(8) to continue re-editing other scenes.
Note:
• You cannot specify an end point before a start point or a start
point after an end point.
For your reference:
• You can fast-forward, rewind, pause and slow-motion while
playing...")
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• The copied play list appears at the bottom of the list.
To stop partway
Select “No ” in step (5) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN].
• The play list is erased.
To stop partway
Select “No ” in step (5) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN].
Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs (continued)
(5) Enter the title.
• For details on entering titles, see page 32.
For your reference:
• You can give play lists on DVD-RAM titles of up to 64
characters. The full title is shown in the “Properties ” screen, but if
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• The copied play list appears at the bottom of the list.
To stop partway
Select “No ” in step (5) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN].
• The play list is erased.
To stop partway
Select “No ” in step (5) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN].
Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs (continued)
(5) Enter the title.
• For details on entering titles, see page 32.
For your reference:
• You can give play lists on DVD-RAM titles of up to 64
characters. The full title is shown in the “Properties ” screen, but if
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Entering titles
To correct a character
(1) Use [, , , ] to select the character you want to
correct in the title field.
(2) Press [ ]. (You can also erase characters by using [
,
, ,
] to select “ERASE ” and pressing [ENTER].)
(3) Use [
, , , ] to select the correct character and
press [ENTER].
Notes:
• You cannot enter titles if the program is protected. Release the
protection with the search program.
• You cannot enter titles unless the “Disc Protection ” in DISC
INFORMATION is “Off ”.
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Entering titles
To correct a character
(1) Use [, , , ] to select the character you want to
correct in the title field.
(2) Press [ ]. (You can also erase characters by using [
,
, ,
] to select “ERASE ” and pressing [ENTER].)
(3) Use [
, , , ] to select the correct character and
press [ENTER].
Notes:
• You cannot enter titles if the program is protected. Release the
protection with the search program.
• You cannot enter titles unless the “Disc Protection ” in DISC
INFORMATION is “Off ”.
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Changing the unit ’s settings
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Changing the unit ’s settings (continued)
Picture
Rec Mode (see page 15)
[XP]
[SP] [LP]
Input Select
Select the video input. [V(VIDEO)] [SV(S-VIDEO)]
[DV]
3-D Y/C Separation (NTSC)
[On] [Off]
On:
Y/C separation of three dimensions is performed.
Off:
Y/C separation of two dimensions is performed.
Hybrid VBR Resolution
Switch between automatic and fixed hybrid VBR resolution
when recording. [Automatic] [Fixed]
Automatic:
The unit automatically switches resolution rates during
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Changing the unit ’s settings (continued)
Picture
Rec Mode (see page 15)
[XP]
[SP] [LP]
Input Select
Select the video input. [V(VIDEO)] [SV(S-VIDEO)]
[DV]
3-D Y/C Separation (NTSC)
[On] [Off]
On:
Y/C separation of three dimensions is performed.
Off:
Y/C separation of two dimensions is performed.
Hybrid VBR Resolution
Switch between automatic and fixed hybrid VBR resolution
when recording. [Automatic] [Fixed]
Automatic:
The unit automatically switches resolution rates during
recording according...")
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Changing the unit ’s settings (continued)
Note:
• Microphone signal is always recorded to channel 1 when a
microphone is connected.
System
On-Screen Status: Mode
Choose whether to show on-screen messages automatically or
not. [Automatic]
[Off]
Automatic:
If playing or stopping a disc while canceling status
displays using the [STATUS] button, the displays appear
automatically for approximately 5 seconds. Off:
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Changing the unit ’s settings (continued)
Note:
• Microphone signal is always recorded to channel 1 when a
microphone is connected.
System
On-Screen Status: Mode
Choose whether to show on-screen messages automatically or
not. [Automatic]
[Off]
Automatic:
If playing or stopping a disc while canceling status
displays using the [STATUS] button, the displays appear
automatically for approximately 5 seconds. Off:
Even if playing or stopping a disc while canceling status
displays using the [STATUS]...")
– 31 – • The copied play list appears at the bottom of the list. To stop partway Select “No ” in step (5) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN]. • The play list is erased. To stop partway Select “No ” in step (5) and press [ENTER] or [RETURN]. Using the PLAY LIST to edit programs (continued) (5) Enter the title. • For details on entering titles, see page 32. For your reference: • You can give play lists on DVD-RAM titles of up to 64 characters. The full title is shown in the “Properties ” screen, but if you enter a long title, only part of it is shown in the play list screen. (1) Press [MENU (SHIFT + SEARCH)] to show the MENU window. (2) Use [ , , , ] to select the “PLAY LIST ” and press [ENTER]. (3) Use [ , ] to select the desired play list and press [ ]. (4) Use [ , ] to select “PL Copy ” and press [ENTER]. (5) Use [ ] to select “Yes ” and press [ENTER]. RAM Copying PLAY LIST (PL Copy) (1) Press [MENU (SHIFT + SEARCH)] to show the MENU window. (2) Use [ , , , ] to select the “PLAY LIST ” and press [ENTER]. (3) Use [ , ] to select the desired play list and press [ ]. (4) Use [ , ] to select “PL Erase ” and press [ENTER]. (5) Use [ ] to select “Yes ” and press [ENTER]. RAM Erasing a PLAY LIST (PL Erase) (1) Press [MENU (SHIFT + SEARCH)] to show the MENU window. (2) Use [ , , , ] to select the “PLAY LIST ” and press [ENTER]. (3) Use [ , ] to select the desired play list and press [ ]. (4) Use [ , ] to select “Enter Title ” and press [ENTER]. RAM Titling PLAY LIST (Enter Title) (1) Press [MENU (SHIFT + SEARCH)] to show the MENU window. (2) Use [ , , , ] to select the “PLAY LIST ” and press [ENTER]. (3) Use [ , ] to select the desired play list and press [ ]. (4) Use [ , ] to select “Properties ” and press [ENTER]. RAM Checking PLAY LIST ’s contents (Properties)
– 32 – Entering titles To correct a character (1) Use [, , , ] to select the character you want to correct in the title field. (2) Press [ ]. (You can also erase characters by using [ , , , ] to select “ERASE ” and pressing [ENTER].) (3) Use [ , , , ] to select the correct character and press [ENTER]. Notes: • You cannot enter titles if the program is protected. Release the protection with the search program. • You cannot enter titles unless the “Disc Protection ” in DISC INFORMATION is “Off ”. • You cannot enter titles if the disc is protected with the write protect tab. • If you enter a long title, only part of it is shown in the program list and play list screen. This window shows the text you have entered (Title field) ERASE [ ] SET [ ] (when you have finished entering text) SPACE To finish entering the title Press [ ]. (You can also finish entering the title by using [ , , , ] to select “SET ” and pressing [ENTER].) You can: • Title discs with the DISC INFORMATION in the MENU window. • Title programs with the SEARCH. • Title play lists with the PLAY LIST screen. DVD-RRAM (1) Insert a disc with something recorded on it and select the “DISC INFORMATION ”, “SERCH PROGRAM ”, or “PLAY LIST ” screen. (2) After the titling screen appears, use [ , , , ] to select the character you want to enter and press [ENTER]. • You can enter the following characters. Entering titles To enter characters Use [ , , , ] to select the character you want to enter and press [ENTER]. To erase characters Press [ ]. (You can also erase characters by using [ , , , ] to select “ERASE ” and pressing [ENTER].) To enter other characters Repeat steps (1) and (2). (3) Press [ ]. (You can also finish entering the title by using [ , , , ] to select “SET ” and pressing [ENTER].) • The title is entered and the screen disappears. To stop partway through Press [RETURN]. (does not save any title information.)
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– 34 – Changing the unit ’s settings (continued) Picture Rec Mode (see page 15) [XP] [SP] [LP] Input Select Select the video input. [V(VIDEO)] [SV(S-VIDEO)] [DV] 3-D Y/C Separation (NTSC) [On] [Off] On: Y/C separation of three dimensions is performed. Off: Y/C separation of two dimensions is performed. Hybrid VBR Resolution Switch between automatic and fixed hybrid VBR resolution when recording. [Automatic] [Fixed] Automatic: The unit automatically switches resolution rates during recording according to the image. The unit reduces block noise, which occurs during MPEG compression, by selecting the optimum rate. Fixed: The resolution rate is fixed to ensure the resolution rate is not reduced. Still Mode Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. [Automatic] [Field] [Frame] Automatic: The unit automatically switches between frame still mode and field still mode. Field: Less blurred field stills are shown. Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic ” is selected. Frame: Sharper frame stills are shown. Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen clearly when “Automatic ” is selected. Seamless Play Turn seamless play on or off on discs with play lists. • Seamless Play does not work with programs recorded in LPCM. [On] [Off] On: The scenes in play lists created with this unit are played seamlessly. This may cause shifting of the points where scenes change. Some play lists cannot be played seamlessly. • Seamless Play does not effect programs that have been recorded with LPCM sound. Off: The points where scenes in play lists are played accurately, but this may cause the picture to freeze for a moment when scenes change. Black Level Control (NTSC) 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] Composite & S-Video Output Level When connected to a monitor television through the VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal. [Lighter] [Darker] Component Video Output Level When connected to a monitor television through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/P B/PR) terminals. [Lighter] [Normal][Darker] PLAY PLAY REC REC REC Note: • When the Black Level of the input signal is set to 7.5 IRE, set as follows: Input Level – [Darker] Composite & S-Video Output Level – [Lighter] Component Video Output Level – [Normal] • When the TV system is set to NTSC, this control can be used. Sound Audio during Search Choose whether to have sound during fast forward play at the first search speed of the five ones. [On] [Off] Dynamic Range Compression (In Dolby Digital mode, this functions only for compatible discs.) Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. [On] [Off] On: Dynamic range compression is performed. Off: Dynamic range compression is not performed. Bilingual Audio Selection (see page 11) Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type when recording sound signals of the DV IN terminal to DVD-R or when recording LPCM signals to DVD-RAM. [M1] [M2] M1: Main audio M2: Secondary audio Audio Mode for XP/SP Recording Choose the audio type when recording with XP or SP mode. [Dolby Digital] [LPCM] • Even if “LPCM ” is set, sound becomes “Dolby Digital ” in recording mode other than XP or SP mode. Audio Mode for DV Input You can select the kind of sound when recording from the unit ’s DV terminal. [Stereo 1] [Stereo 2] [Mix] Stereo 1: Records sound (L1, R1) when DV recording is taking place. Stereo 2: Records added sound such as narration (L2, R2) subsequent to original recording. Mix: Records both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2. • L1+L2 are recorded in CH1 and R1+R2 are recorded in CH2. In the case of bilingual broadcast, Stereo 1 is recorded when recording to DVD-R or if recording in LPCM. Details of recording are given in “Bilingual Audio Selection ”. Audio CH Assignment with Mic Select the audio input recorded to channel 2 when a microphone is connected. [CH1(A)] [CH2(B)] [Mix] CH1(A): Audio input through AUDIO IN CH1 (A) is recorded. CH2(B): Audio input through AUDIO IN CH2 (B) is recorded. Mix: Audio input through AUDIO IN CH1 (A) and AUDIO IN CH2 (B) is mixed and recorded. REC REC REC REC DVD PLAY PLAY (Continued on next page)
– 35 – Changing the unit ’s settings (continued) Note: • Microphone signal is always recorded to channel 1 when a microphone is connected. System On-Screen Status: Mode Choose whether to show on-screen messages automatically or not. [Automatic] [Off] Automatic: If playing or stopping a disc while canceling status displays using the [STATUS] button, the displays appear automatically for approximately 5 seconds. Off: Even if playing or stopping a disc while canceling status displays using the [STATUS] button, the displays do not appear. On-Screen Status : Window Size Select the size of the on-screen status window. [Normal] [Small] Normal : 5 lines Small : 3 lines On-Screen Status : Window Type Select the position of the on-screen status window. [R - Upper] [L - Upper] [R - Bottom] [L - Bottom] R - Upper : Upper right L - Upper : Upper left R - Bottom : Lower right L - Bottom : Lower left Program Write Protection Choose whether to set protection for programs after recording. [Automatic] [Manual] Automatic: Programs are protected after recording. Manual: Programs are not protected after recording. Beep A tone sounds if a problem occurs with the unit. [On] [Off] Note: • To stop the tone that is sounding, press any button except the [POWER] and [REC ] buttons on the front panel. Finalizing speed Select the speed at which writing occurs when finalizing. [1x] [4x] 1x: Writing occurs at normal speed. Select this under normal conditions. This selection ensures a high level of compatibility with other DVD players. 4x: When recording on discs compatible with 4x speed, writing happens at 4x speed, thus shortening the time it takes for finalizing. Finalizing may fail with some types of discs. Connection TV Aspect (see page 14) Choose the setting to suit your monitor television and preference. [Norm (4:3)] [Wide (16:9)] Progressive (NTSC) [On] [Off] On: Select when connecting to a NTSC monitor television with component video input terminals. Off: Select when connecting to a PAL monitor television. REC Norm (4:3) TV Settings (DVD-RAM) You can select how to reflect the image on the monitor television, when you watch 16:9 images (DVD-RAM) on 4:3 monitor television. [Norm (4:3)] [Pan & Scan] [Letterbox] Norm (4:3): Programs played as recorded. Pan & Scan: Video recorded for a widescreen is played with the sides cut off if the Pan & Scan format is specified at the time of recording. Letterbox: Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style. Note: • To change the TV system (PAL/NTSC) setting, while stopped, keep pressing [STOP ] and [OPEN/CLOSE ] on the main unit for 5 or more seconds. After that, turn the unit off and on again. The TV system is set to NTSC or PAL alternately. PLAY TV System [PAL] [NTSC]( for LQ-MD800P ) [PAL][NTSC] ( for LQ-MD800E ) PAL: Select when connecting to a PAL or Multi-system monitor television. Select to record television programs and PAL input from other equipment. NTSC: Select when connecting to a NTSC monitor television. Select to record NTSC input from other equipment. Note: • When changing the TV system, change this setting only, close the SETUP screen, then turn the unit off and on again. Norm (4:3) TV Settings (DVD) You can select how to reflect the image on the monitor television, when you watch 16:9 images (DVD-Video) on 4:3 monitor television. [Pan & Scan] [Letterbox] Pan & Scan: Video recorded for a widescreen is played with the sides cut off if the Pan & Scan was specified by the producer of the disc. 16:9 software prohibited from being shown in the Pan & Scan style will appear in the letterbox style (with black bands above and below the picture) despite the setting here. Letterbox: Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style. PLAY
– 36 – Maintenance and Handling How to hold a disc Do not touch the recorded surface. If there is dirt or condensation on the disc • Clean and dry with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF- K200DCA1) . • Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs, etc. Handling precautions • Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument. • Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity 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 market. • 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. The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity and dust. Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure. To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. • Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully. Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit ’s lenses over time, possibly making it impossible to record or play discs. Use the recommended DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Read the lens cleaner ’s instructions carefully before use. • The lens cleaner may make some sound during use but this does not indicate a malfunction. • “ NO READ ” appears on the unit ’s display when cleaning finishes. Maintenance Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped. (These can damage the unit.) Disc handling
– 37 – Glossary Picture type (I/P/B) In order to efficiently record to discs, common data between frames is shared and only that data that differs is recorded for each frame. I-picture: This is the base picture and all data for it is recorded. P-picture: This picture is recreated based on past I-pictures or P- pictures. B-picture: This picture is created from both I- and P-pictures and fills the gaps between the two. I-pictures are of the best quality and are the best to use when adjusting picture quality. SEARCH PROGRAM This is a list of programs you have recorded. You can select programs from the list to view. The list also shows the date and time of recording, the input, and the titles of titled programs. The selected program is played in the background, making selection even simpler. Finalize This process allows DVD-R to be played on compatible equipment. You cannot record on a disc that has been finalized. Frame and field Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture. A frame is made up of 2 fields. Pan & Scan/Letterbox Images made for showing on a widescreen (16:9) monitor television do not fit in the screen of a 4:3 monitor television. 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. PLAY LIST This is a collection of scenes. It enables you to play these scenes in succession or to select specific ones to play. Program (PG) The section between the point where recording is started and the point where it is stopped. Sampling frequency This is the number of samples of sound taken per second during conversion to a digital signal. A high sampling frequency results in a sound close to the original when played back. S-Video output The color and luminance signals are separated before being sent to the monitor television, making for greater picture clarity. Time Zone “ Time Zone ” shows time difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). Frame Field Field • A frame still is made up of two alternating fields, so the picture may appear blurred, but overall quality is high. • A field still is not blurred, but it has only half the information of a frame still so picture quality is lower. Interlace and progressive output NTSC has 480 interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. This is called 480p. The video signals output from this unit ’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals (Y, P B, PR) allow you to enjoy higher quality pictures than if the signals were output from the VIDEO OUT terminal or S- VIDEO OUT terminal. Linear PCM (LPCM) This is a form of signal that has been digitized without compressing it. CDs are recorded with 44.1 kHz/16 bit PCM, while DVDs use PCM between 48kHz/16bit and 96kHz/24 bit, allowing reproduction of greater quality sound. The linear PCM signals output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT, OPTICAL terminal are stereo (2 channel). LPCM sound is available when recording in XP or SP mode. Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the picture so the picture itself appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9. List of “Time Zone ” NZST (New Zealand Standard Time) +12 AEST (Australia Eastern Standard Time) +10 JST (Japan Standard Time) +9 CCT (China Coastal Time) +8 EET (Eastern Europe Time) +2 MET (Middle Europe Time) +1 WET (Western Europe Time) 0 GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) 0 WAT (West Africa Time) -1 AST (Atlantic Standard Time) -4 EST (Eastern Standard Time) -5 CST (Central Standard Time) -6 MST (Mountain Standard Time) -7 PST (Pacific Standard Time) -8 AST (Alaska Standard Time) -9 HST (Hawaii Standard Time) -10
– 38 – Error messages On the monitor television Error messages No Disc. This is a non-recordable disc. Cannot record. This disc is not properly formatted. Formatting is necessary using DISC INFORMATION. This disc cannot be read. Please check write protect tab on the disc. Contents of this disc are protected. Cannot finish recording completely. Copying of this material is not allowed. Cannot play. Cannot record on the disc. Cannot record to the disc. TV system of input signal is different to the setting in SETUP. Disc is full. This disc may not be played in your region. Error has occurred. Please press ENTER. Please check the disc. Please change the disc. Finalizing is necessary for compatible playback. Please check write protect tab. Character set of the disc is different. Cannot enter title. Character set of the disc is different. This program cannot be edited. Character set of the disc is different. This play list cannot be edited. Character set of the disc is different. Cannot finalize. No folder.Causes and solutions • You haven ’t inserted a disc. Correctly insert a disc that this unit can play. • The disc is upside down. If it is a single-sided disc, insert it so the \ label is facing up. • The disc isn ’t on the tray correctly. See the instructions in playing discs for the c\ orrect way to set discs. • The unit cannot record on the disc you inserted. The unit cannot record \ onto finalized DVD-R, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, CDs or Video CDs. Insert a DVD-RAM or un-finalized\ DVD-R. • You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM. Format the disc with this unit. • You inserted an incompatible disc. • The write protect tab on the cartridge is set to “PROTECT ”. Use a ballpoint pen or similar to release the write protection. • The program is write-protected. Release the protection with the search \ program. • The disc is write-protected. Release the protection with the disc protec\ tion sub menu of DISC INFORMATION. • The program was copy-protected. • The disc is full. • Recording was not completed for some other reason. • The input signal is copy-protected. • You cannot play the disc because there is no video recorded on it. • The disc is scratched. Use another disc. • The disc is dirty. Clean the disc as described in these operating instr\ uctions. • You inserted an incompatible disc. • TV system of the program or the input signal was different from the set\ ting in SETUP. • No space left on the disc. Create space by erasing any unwanted program\ s. Use a new disc. • This unit can play DVD-R recorded and finalized with this unit. Do not \ play DVD Video. • Press the [ENTER] button. Recovery starts. When the display panel clears\ , turn off the unit and then turn it on. You cannot operate the unit during recovery. • Check the discs for dirt or scratches. • You can operate the unit using [OPEN/CLOSE ] only. • Press [OPEN/CLOSE ] to open the tray and eject a disc, the unit becomes off. • To continue play or recording, turn off the unit, turn it on and then i\ nsert another disc. • To enable playback of your DVD-R on compatible equipment, it is necessa\ ry to finalize it. • Release the protection on the DVD-RAM. • Because the character set of the disc is different from the set designat\ ed for each region, the operation cannot be allowed. • There is no compatible folder in this unit. • The operation is prohibited by the disc or unit.
– 39 – Error messages (continued) On the unit ’s display Alarms Error messages NO READ NO PLAY UN SUPPORT OVER TEMP CHECK BATTERY FAN LOCK ERR FAN LOCK U99 ERR DRIVE ERR ENCODER Unit status The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The disc isn ’t on the tray correctly. It cannot be read for the disc which doesn ’t cope with it. The DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner has finished cleaning. You cannot play the disc because there is no video recorded on it. You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play or record on. The unit is hot. The battery for the clock is almost dead. The fan of the rear panel has stopped. The fan of the rear panel has stopped. The unit fails to operate. There was brief instability in the video or audio during play or recording. The video may be disrupted or a few seconds may not have been recorded. Solutions • Follow the instructions in “Maintenance and Handling ” to clean the disc if it is dirty. • The disc cannot be played if it is scratched and this display doesn ’t disappear. • See the instructions in playing discs for the correct way to set discs.\ • It can not be read for the disc which doesn ’t cope with it. Exchange a disc. • Take the cleaner out of the unit. • Insert a disc the unit can play. • Insert a disc the unit can play or record on. • The unit switches to standby mode automatically for safety and you canno\ t operate it. Wait for about 30 minutes until the service number disappears. After tha\ t, turn the unit off and then turn it on. • Select a position with good ventilation when installing the unit. • Remove obstacles from around the vents on the bottom of the unit and the\ cooling fan on the rear panel. • To replace the battery, consult your dealer. • All the functions will stop five minutes later for safety. • All the functions have stopped for safety. If there is any foreign matte\ r on the fan, turn off the unit and remove it. When turn on the unit again, i\ f the unit does not operate normally, consult your dealer. • Press [POWER] to switch the unit to off. Now press [POWER] again to turn\ the unit on. • Replace the disc or wipe it clean. If the problem persists, try turning \ the unit off and on again. When “Beep ” is set to “On ”, the alarm sounds if a problem occurs (for example, recording is impos\ sible for some reason). Note: • The alarm may not sound under some circumstances.
– 40 – Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt ab\ out some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for\ instructions. Power No power The unit switches to standby mode automatically. • Insert the AC mains lead securely into the household AC outlet. • One of the unit ’s safety devices may have activated. → Press [POWER] to switch the unit off, wait about one minute, and then pr\ ess [POWER] to switch the unit on again. • When “OVER TEMP ” appears on the display, see page 39. Operation The unit is on but cannot be operated. Cannot eject a disc. The disc tray is slow in coming out. • The disc may prohibit some operations. • The unit is hot ( “OVER TEMP ” appears on the display). → See page 39. • One of the unit ’s safety devices may have activated. → Press [POWER] to switch the unit off, wait about one minute, and then pr\ ess [POWER] to switch the unit on again. • The [MODE LOCK] switch is set to “ON ”. → Set to “OFF ”. • An error display is being shown. • If “” appears on the monitor television the operation is prohibited by the un\ it or disc. • Press [SHIFT] and [OPEN/CLOSE ] together for 5 seconds to open the tray\ . After ejecting the disc, turn the unit off and then turn it on again. • If the above doesn ’t work, use the emergency eject pin to open the tray. (1) Make sure the unit is OFF. ( Doing the following while it is on can damage the unit. ) (2) Insert the included emergency eject pin into the emergency ejection hole\ , pushing horizontally 4 or 5 times. (3) When the shutter opens and the tray comes out, remove the pin. (4) Pull the tray out horizontally. Emergency ejection can cause damage so it should be avoided if possible.\ To restore the tray, turn the unit on and press [OPEN/CLOSE ]. (The tray may close when you turn the unit on.) • After editing a disc (e.g., protect or marker setting/cancel) the tray\ may take about 10 seconds to come out. Displays “– – :– –” appears on the unit ’s display. “ NO READ ” appears on the unit ’s display after using a lens cleaner. • The clock is not set. Go to Settings in the SETUP menus and set the clo\ ck with “Clock ”. • Take the cleaner out of the unit. Picture No picture. Screen size is wrong. On-screen messages do not appear. There are a lot of artifacts. No title names. • Check the video input on the monitor television. • You are trying to output progressive video to an incompatible monitor te\ levision. → Press [STOP ] and [RETURN] together for five seconds. After that, turn the unit off \ and on again. • The TV system (NTSC/PAL) on the unit and monitor television are differ\ ent. → While stopped, press [STOP ] and [OPEN/CLOSE ] together for five seconds. After that, turn the unit off and on again. The video system changes from PAL to NTSC or \ vice versa. • Check the settings on your monitor television. • Check the settings for “TV Aspect ”, “Norm (4:3) TV Settings (DVD) ” or “Norm (4:3) TV Settings (DVD-RAM) ” in the Connection menu. • Select “Automatic ” for “On-Screen Messages ” or press [STATUS] to show the on-screen messages constantly. • Switch DNR off. (In Picture → MODE → User, set 3D NR, Block NR, and Mosquito NR to 0.) • As the character sets used in different regions differ from each other, \ you may be unable to see titles entered on a unit in another region. • Do not enter titles onto a disc that was recorded in another region as t\ his can cause titles on the disc not to appear.