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EDITING &
TRANSFERRING
Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (dub) on this unit.
∫Transferring (dubbing) direction
Normal speed mode: Select XP, SP, LP, EP or FR as the recording mode for transferring (dubbing) (➡page 13). 
∫Transferring (dubbing) mode
∫Transferring (dubbing) speed mode types and features
§If you select a recording mode with better picture quality than the original, the picture quality does not improve. (However, it does prevent against 
degradation of picture quality.)
∫Approximate transferring (dubbing) times (Max. speed)
[Note]
≥When recording or playing while transferring (dubbing), the unit may not use the maximum recording speed.
≥Depending on the condition of the disc, the unit may not transfer (dub) using the maximum speed.
Regarding high speed transfer (dubbing) to DVD-R
To high speed transfer (dub) titles (or play lists created from those 
titles), set “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” to “On” before recording 
to the HDD (➡page 40).
However, in the following cases, transferring (dubbing) to DVD-R 
using the high speed mode does not work.
≥Play lists created from titles using a variety of recording modes
≥Play lists created from multiple titles using FR recording mode
≥Play lists mixed with a variety of audio types (Dolby Digital and 
LPCM, etc.)
≥Titles that contain many erased segments.Regarding transferring (dubbing) of digital broadcasts that 
allow “One time only recording”
You can transfer (dub) a recorded title to a CPRM (➡page 45) 
compatible DVD-RAM; however, the title is erased from the HDD.
≥You cannot use one touch transfer (dubbing). Use the transferring 
(dubbing) list (➡page 32).
≥Titles will not be transferred if they are protected (➡page 27).
≥You cannot transfer play lists created from “One time only 
recording” titles.
≥Titles with recording limitations and play lists cannot be registered 
on the same transferring (dubbing) list. You can transfer (dub) your favorite titles and play lists to an archive disc.
≥Transferring (dubbing) a play list will create a title.When you want to re-edit finalized content on 
a DVD-R, etc.
≥When you want to play a transferred 
(dubbed) disc on other equipment, you must 
finalize the disc after transferring (dubbing) 
(➡page 35, 45).
§Before recording to HDD, set “DVD-R High-
Speed Recording” to “On” (➡page 40).
§Finalized DVD-R or DVD-Video on sale that 
is not copy-protected, etc.
High speed mode
Normal speed mode HDD RAMHigh speed mode§
Normal speed mode HDD DVD-RNormal speed mode HDD
DV D-V
§
Transferring (dubbing) a title or a play listTransferring (dubbing) multiple titles and play lists together
One Touch Transfer (dubbing) (➡page 32)Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list (➡page 32)
You can select transferring (dubbing) speed mode and picture quality (➡below)
High speed Normal speed (XP, SP, LP, EP, FR)
FeaturesYou can transfer (dub) in a very short amount 
of time. You can transfer (dub) even faster if 
you use a high speed recording compatible 
disc.
You can record and play using the HDD while 
high speed transferring (dubbing).You can record for a long period of time on 1 disc.
For example, using LP mode, you can record approximately 4 
hours on 1 (4.7 GB) disc (➡page 13).
e.g., 1 hour TV drama
Only one episode using XP mode
4 episodes using LP mode
Transferring (dubbing) 
times➡below, Approximate transferring (dubbing) 
timesThe same amount of time it takes to record the source
Picture qualityOriginal picture quality
Can change
§
Are chapters/thumbnails 
maintained?Yes No (One title is recorded as one chapter. Thumbnails return to 
the default position.)
Other operations while 
transferring (dubbing)You can record/play using the HDD. No
XP
LP LP LP LP
HDD3k high speed recording compatible DVD-RAM4k high speed recording compatible DVD-R
Recording modeRecording timeRequired timeSpeedRequired timeSpeed
XP 1 hour
Approx.
20 min.3k
Approx.
15 min.4k
SP 2 hours 6k8k
LP 4 hours 12k16k
EP (6H) 6 hours 18k24k
EP (8H) 8 hours 24k32k
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EDITING &
TRANSFERRING
Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists
[HDD] > [RAM]
[HDD] > [DVD-R]
Preparation
Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from “Select 
MTS” (➡page 40) when transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R.
1Play the title or play list you want to 
transfer (dub).
2Press [DUBBING].
3Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER]. 
≥The recording mode is set as follows.
The recording mode changes to FR mode if the remaining disc 
space is exceeded using one of the recording modes indicated 
below.
[HDD] > [RAM]: High speed mode
[HDD] > [DVD-R]:
[Note]
Titles and play lists cannot be transferred (dubbed) if they contain 
digital broadcast that allows “One time only recording”.
[HDD] ,-. [RAM]
[HDD] > [DVD-R]You can order titles and play lists for transfer (dubbing) as desired, 
as well as select the speed and picture quality.
Preparation
Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from “Select 
MTS” (➡page 40) when:
≥Transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R.
≥When “Audio for XP Recording” is set to “LPCM” (➡page 40) and 
you are transferring (dubbing) in XP mode.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select 
“DUBBING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Dubbing 
direction” and press [1].
1Press [ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].
3Press [2].
Press [4] to confirm.
4Press [3,4] to select “Mode” and 
press [1].
1Press [ENTER].2Press [3,4] to select the mode and press [ENTER].3Press [2].
Press [4] to confirm.
5Select the transferring (dubbing) 
items and register on the list.
If you are not going to change the registered list press 
[ENTER] (➡step 7).
1Press [3,4] to select “Create list” and press [1].
2
Press [3,4] to select “New entry” and press [ENTER].3Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Title” or “Play List” tab 
and press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4,2,1] to select the titles or play lists and 
press [ENTER].
≥When transferring (dubbing) to DVD-R using high speed 
mode, only items indicated with “ ” can be registered.
Repeat steps 2 – 4 as necessary.
≥To erase, add, or move items from the list (➡page 33)
≥To show other pages/Multiple editing (➡page 33)
6Press [3,4] to select “SET” and 
press [ENTER].
The transferring (dubbing) list is registered.
One Touch Transfer (dubbing)
DVD-R High-Speed Recording setting
OnOff
High speed mode Same recording mode used as when 
recording the source title (XP–EP, FR).
≥Play lists are transferred (dubbed) in FR 
mode.
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SUB MENU
DUBBING
: 9
FUNCTIONS
1
Numbered 
buttons
(PLAY)
Dubbing
Dub in High speed mode.
Do you want to continue?
Ye s N o
Transferring (dubbing) using the 
transferring (dubbing) list
Dubbing
HDD
DVD Select the dubbing direction.1
2
3Source
Destination Cancel all
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create listHDD > DVD
Video     High speed
0
01/01
DubbingCreate a dubbing list.
Dubbing list:            0MB
Space on destination:       4343MB
No.  Capacity
PreviousNew entry
Next
SET
1
2
3Cancel all
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create list
Start dubbing
HDD > DVD
Video     High speedName 
HDD Create list
Select
Previous02/02Next
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ARD 10/10 FRI 
008 1200MB
ARD 11/10 SAT- - -- - - - - - - - -
Play ListTitle
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EDITING &
TRANSFERRING
7Press [3,4] to select “Start 
dubbing” and press [ENTER].
Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] to start 
transferring (dubbing).
Transferring (dubbing) list icons
∫To edit the transferring (dubbing) list
Select the item in step 5 (➡page 32, right column)
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) setting and lists
In step 3 (➡page 32, right column)
1 Press [3,4] to select “Cancel all” and press [ENTER].
2 Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
≥Transferring (dubbing) lists are also cancelled in the following cases.–The source title or play list is erased.
–The tray is opened or the unit is turned off when the transferring 
(dubbing) source is DVD-RAM.
[DVD-V] > [HDD]
While playing a disc, the content being played is transferred 
(dubbed) to the HDD according to the set time.After performing steps 1–4 (➡page 32, right column)
5Press [3,4] to select “Time to end” 
and press [1].
6Press [2,1] to select “Hour” and 
“Min.” and press [3,4] to set the 
recording time.
≥You can also set the recording time with the numbered buttons.≥Set a few minutes longer than the source title, in order to 
include the operation time before play begins. 
7Press [2] to select “Time to end” and 
press [4].
8Press [3,4] to select “Start 
dubbing” and press [ENTER].
Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] to start 
transferring (dubbing).
The disc top menu is displayed. 
≥Disc play automatically begins from title 1 when “Title 1” is 
selected from the “Select First play” menu when finalizing 
the disc (➡page 35).
9When the top menu is displayed
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the title 
you want to start transferring 
(dubbing), and press [ENTER].
While playing in order, all the titles after the selected title are 
recorded until the set time. (After the last title on the disc has 
finished playing the top menu is recorded until the set time is 
reached.)
To end transfer (dubbing) manually
Press [∫].
[Note]
≥The screen on the right (screen saver) is 
recorded at the beginning.
≥Recorded as 1 title from the start of transfer 
(dubbing) to the end.
≥If play does not begin automatically or if the top 
menu does not display automatically, press [1] (PLAY) to start.
≥Even if you transfer (dub) a high quality video/audio DVD, the 
original picture and audio quality cannot be exactly replicated.
Titles and play lists that can be transferred (dubbed) 
in high speed mode to DVD-R (➡page 40)
Title with “One time only recording” restriction
Titles erased from the HDD by recording 
restrictions after transferring (dubbing).
Title or play list contains still picture(s)
≥Still picture(s) cannot be transferred (dubbed).
“Dubbing list”Data size recorded to the transfer (dubbing) 
destination
≥For normal speed transfer (dubbing), the data 
size changes according to the recording mode.
≥For high speed transfer (dubbing), this is the total 
“Capacity”. [When transferring (dubbing) to the 
HDD, the management information is included 
so the data size is actually larger than this total.]
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.
≥When you switch between the “Title” and “Play List” tab, the 
check mark is cancelled.
Transferring (dubbing) a finalized 
DVD-R
≥Operations and on screen displays during transfer 
(dubbing) are also recorded.
≥Almost all DVD-Video on sale have been treated to prevent 
illegal copying, and cannot be transferred (dubbed).
≥The following cannot be transferred (dubbed): DVD-Audio, 
Video CD, Audio CD and so on. 
Add
Erase§
Move Erase all
Set the time with the numbered
buttons or up/down arrow buttons.
Dubbing
Min. Set the time to the end.1
2
3Hour
00 2 Cancel all
Dubbing direction
Mode
Time to end
Start dubbing
DVD > HDD
DVD-Video     XP
My favorite 01/0201
Chapter 1
03
05
02
04
06 Chapter 2
Chapter 3 Chapter 4
∫To stop transferring (dubbing)
Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.
≥If stopped partway, transferring (dubbing) will be up to that point. 
However, in high speed mode, only titles that have completed 
transferring (dubbing) at the point stopped are transferred (dubbed). 
[Even if the title was not transferred (dubbed) to the DVD-R, the 
amount of remaining writable disc space becomes less.]
∫To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
∫Recording and playing while transferring (dubbing)
You can record and play using the HDD while high speed transferring 
(dubbing).
Press [ENTER] to cancel the screen display.
≥To confirm the current progress
Press [STATUS].
[Note]
≥You cannot perform chasing play or edit, etc. while transferring (dubbing).≥Timer recordings executed while transferring (dubbing) are recorded 
to the HDD regardless of the recording drive settings.
≥You cannot play a play list while transferring (dubbing) titles with “One 
time only recording” restriction (➡page 31).
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CONVENIENT
FUNCTIONS
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 type of disc.
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select an item 
and press [ENTER].
To exit the FUNCTIONS window
Press [FUNCTIONS].
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CH SELECTRETURN
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TV/VIDEO
AUX FM/AM DV D HDD
DISPLAYPOWERPOWER
PRO LOGIC
HDD/DVDINPUT
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FUNCTIONS HDD, DVD
HDD
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TIMER RECORDING
FLEXIBLE RECORDING
SETUP
DUBBING
DISC SETTING
Record
Dubbing
/ Edit
Set up Play backDISC SPACE LEFT    52:00 SPPLAY LIST
HDD
TV GUIDEEPG
DVD
Disc setting
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
Preparation
≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive.
≥Release protection. [RAM]
(cartridge ➡page 9, disc ➡right)
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select the operation 
and press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
[Note]
≥Once the disc has been formatted, the contents cannot be 
restored. Check carefully before proceeding. The contents on 
the disc are erased when you format it even if you have set title 
or disc protection.
≥After finalizing [DVD-R],
–The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record 
or edit.
–There is a pause of several seconds between titles and 
chapters.
–When transferring (dubbing) in high speed, chapter points 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.
DVDDVD-RAMDISC PROTECTION  OFFCARTRIDGE PROTECTION  OFF
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TIMER RECORDING
FLEXIBLE RECORDING
SETUP
DUBBING
DISC SETTING
Record
Dubbing
/ Edit
Set up Play backPLAY LIST
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FUNCTIONS
[RAM] [DVD-R]
➡page 30, Entering text
The disc name is displayed in the FUNCTIONS window.
[RAM]
If set, this will protect the disc from accidental erasure.
Press [2,1] to set disc protection and 
press [ENTER]. 
The lock symbol appears closed when the disc is write-protected.
(➡page 45, Formatting)
[HDD]
Erase the entire contents on the HDD.
[RAM]
Some DVD-RAM are unformatted. Format them before using them in 
this unit. Formatting also allows you to erase the entire contents of a 
disc.
1Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
2Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when formatting is finished.
3Press [ENTER].
To stop formatting
Press [RETURN].
≥You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc 
must be reformatted if you do this.
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while the 
message “Formatting ..” is on the television. This can render 
the disc unusable.
≥Formatting normally takes a few minutes; however, it may take up 
to a maximum of 70 minutes. [RAM]
≥Formatting cannot be performed on DVD-R or CD-R/RW.[DVD-R]
Prior to finalizing, 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 27, Change Thumbnail)
Press [3,4,2,1] to 
select the background and press [ENTER].
[DVD-R]
Select whether to show the top menu after finalizing the disc.
Do this before finalizing the disc.
Press [3,4] to select “Top Menu” or 
“Title 1” and press [ENTER].
Top Menu: The top menu appears first.
Title 1: The disc content is played without displaying the top 
menu.
(➡page 45, Finalize)
[DVD-R]
You can play DVD-R on compatible DVD players by finalizing them 
on this unit, effectively making them into DVD-Video that complies 
with DVD-Video standards.
≥Set “TOP MENU” and “Select First play” (➡above) before finalizing 
the disc.
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].
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while the 
message “Finalizing the disc” is on the television. This will 
render the disc unusable.
≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes.
≥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.
For U.S.A.:http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R
For Canada:www.panasonic.ca
Disc Name
Disc Protection
Format disc/Format
DVDDVD-RAM
DIRECT NAVIGATORPlay backDISC PROTECTION  OF DOCUMENTARYCARTRIDGE PROTECTION  OFHDD
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TOP MENU
Select First play
Finalize
Before 
finalizingAfter 
finalizing
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RADIO & SOUND
The radio
Preparation
≥ Turn off TV while using radio since noise may occur.
≥ Switch [HOME THEATER, TV] to “HOME THEATER”.
≥ Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM” as the source.
1Press [ 6] or [ 5] to select the 
frequency of the required station.
Main unit: Press [ X  TUNE] or [TUNE  W] .
TUNED: Displayed when a radio  station is tuned.
ST: Displayed when a stereo FM  broadcast is being received.
Press and hold [ 6] or [ 5] ( [X  TUNE] or [TUNE  W] on the 
main unit) until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic 
tuning. Tuning stops when a station is found.
2Adjust the volume.
∫ If noise is excessive
Press [SHIFT] r[FM MODE].
Each time you press the button:
FM:Changes between stereo and forced monaural.
AM:BP1 ()BP2 (BP lBeat Proof)
Select either BP1 or BP2, whichever receives better reception.
The FM mode is canceled when you change the frequency.
∫ FM frequency step
The step is factory-set to 0.2 MHz, but you can change it to receive 
broadcasts allocated 0.1-MHz steps.
1 Press [FM/AM] to select “FM”.
2 Press and hold [ ∫] on the main unit.
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current 
minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The 
minimum frequency changes and the step is changed.
To return to the original step, repeat the above steps.
[Note]
Any FM/AM frequencies preset in  channels will be changed by this 
procedure. Preset them again. Preset channels to make selection simple.
Up to 30 stations can each be set in the FM and AM bands.
1Press [
6 ] or [5 ] to tune to the lowest 
frequency (“FM 87.9” MHz or “FM 87.5” MHz).
2Press and hold [ENTER].
Release the button when “AUTO” is lit on the display.
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the 
channels in ascending order.
≥ “SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set. The last 
station to be set is then played.
3Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the AM 
bands (the lowest  frequency is 
“AM 520” kHz).
≥ The unit of display is MHz for FM radio and kHz for AM radio when 
the selector is in FM/AM mode.
≥ “ERROR” is displayed
Presetting was unsuccessful. Preset manually.
1Tune to the station ( ➜left).
2Press [ENTER].
3While “MEMO” is flashing on the display
Press the numbered buttons to select 
a channel and press [ENTER].
Alternatively, press [CH  W] or [CH 
X ] then press [ENTER].
The station occupying a channel is erased 
if another station is preset in that channel.
1Press [FM/AM] to select“FM” or “AM”.
2Press the numbered 
buttons or [ W X  CH] to 
select the channel.
e.g., “2”: [0]  ➡ [2]
“12”: [1]  ➡ [2]
[Note]
If there is nearby electrical in terference during auto tuning the 
frequency may come to a halt without locating a channel. Turn off the 
power of the nearby electrical equipment.
∫ Use FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is 
poor.
≥Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
≥ The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
[Note]
≥Disconnect the outdoor antenna when  the unit is not in use.
≥ Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
Manual tuning
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PA G E
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DUBBINGS.POSITIONCHAPTERC.FOCUSAUDIO
CH SELECTRETURN
ERASEREC MODETIME SLIP
L1/OPT
TOP MENU
ENTER
MIX
2CH
REC
TESTCM SKIP
REPEAT
MUTINGS W. LEVEL
P O W ER
PRO LOGIC
SHIFT S H IF T
FM MODE  SUB MENU
STATUS
EQ/SFC
PROG/CHECK
P R O G/C HEC KTV GUIDE
TV  G UID E
InfoMULTI REAR
DUBBINGS.POSITIONCHAPTERC.FOCUSAUDIO
CH SELECTRETURN
ERASEREC MODETIME SLIP
L1/OPT
TOP MENU
ENTER
MIX
2CH
REC
TESTCM SKIP
REPEAT
MUTINGS W. LEVEL
P O W ER
PRO LOGIC
SHIFT S H IF T
FM MODE  SUB MENU
STATUS
EQ/SFC
PROG/CHECK
P R O G/C HEC KTV GUIDE
TV  G UID E
VCR Plus+
6 , 5
HOME  
THEATER,TV
W
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r s  VOLUME
FM/AM
FM MODE
SHIFT
ENTER
Numbered 
buttons
AUX
HDD DVDFM /AM
OPEN / CLOSE
UP
DOWN
VOLUMEINPUT SELECTORREC
TIME SLIPTUNEPOWERCH CHPULL-OPEN
CH X, CH W
VOLUME DOWN, UP
X 
TUNE  W
∫
TUNEDST
Preset tuning
Automatic presetting
Manual presetting
Selecting channels
CHTUNEDMEMOST
CHTUNEDST
PTICAL
INO  S-VIDEO
EO  S-VIDEOR-AUDIO-LVID
IN1
IN3
R-AUDIO-L
LOOP ANT
GND
LOOP 75
EXT
VIDEO
AM ANT FM ANT
75  ≠ coaxial cable
(not included)
Antenna plug
(not included)
Back of 
the main unit
FM outdoor antenna 
(Using a television 
antenna)
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RADIO &
SOUND
Sound
≥Dolby Digital and DTS are digital encoding systems used on DVD 
to carry surround sound. Both were originally developed for use in 
cinemas.
≥This unit automatically recognizes and decodes these systems.
Play a Dolby Digital or DTS source.
The Dolby Digital or DTS indicator lights.
∫To down-mix Dolby Digital or DTS (multiple-
channel) signals to 2 channels
Press [SHIFT]i[MIX 2CH].
To cancel, press [SHIFT]i[MIX 2CH] again.
When “D.MIX” flashes on the display 
[DVD-A]
The DVD-Audio contains multiple-channel signals that cannot be 
down-mixed.≥When connected with headphones, the following sound field 
systems (➡ below, ➡page 38) cannot be used. (Excluding “BASS/
TREBLE” control)
≥You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these 
sound field systems are used with some sources. If this occurs, 
turn the sound field system off.
The Dolby Pro Logic II processor works not only on sources 
recorded with Dolby Surround, but also on any stereo source.
1Press [SHIFT]r
[ÎPRO LOGIC II].
Each time you do this:
OFF>MOVIE>MUSIC>PANORAMA
^---------------------------------------------------}
MOVIE:Use this mode when playing movie software, 
especially videotapes, recorded in Dolby Surround.
MUSIC:Adds surround effects to stereo sources.
PANORAMA:Sound is spread out more so you feel like you 
are surrounded by music.
2Play a Dolby Surround or stereo source.
To cancel
Select “OFF”.
[Note]
This does not work when playing multi-channel sources.
Press [EQ/SFC] several times to select 
“BASS/TREBLE”.
BASS: [2] )[3 4] j6 to i6 (in 2 units)
TREBLE: [1] )[3 4] j6 to i6 (in 2 units)
To cancel
Press [EQ/SFC] several times to select “FLAT”.
≥Each level for “BASS” and “TREBLE” remains intact. (Even after 
the unit is turned off.)
This function derives multi-channel surround from any stereo 
program material.
Press [EQ/SFC] several times to select 
“SFC AV/MOVIE” or “SFC MUSIC”.
SFC AV/MOVIE: [2 1]
DRAMA,)ACTI ON,)SPORTS
::
;;
MONO§,)GAME,)MUSICAL§For monaural sound
SFC MUSIC: [2 1] 
LIVE,)POP/ROCK,)VOCAL
::
;;
PA R T Y§,)DANCE,)JAZZ§Sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are facing.
≥To check the current setting
Press [EQ/SFC]
≥To cancel
Press [EQ/SFC] several times to select “FLAT”. 
≥Each mode remains intact. (Even after the unit is turned off.)
Dolby Digital and DTS
Software encoded with Dolby 
Digital can be identified with 
this mark.Software encoded with DTS can 
be identified with this mark.
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MULTI REAR
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EQ/SFC
CH SELECT
ÎPRO LOGIC II
C.FOCUS
S.POSITION
S W.LEVEL TEST
i j VOLUME
3, 4, 2, 1
ENTER
DTSDIGITAL
MIX2CH
Dolby Pro Logic II
Adjusting the bass and treble with 
manual equalizer
Using the built-in sound quality 
settings (SFC—Sound Field Control)
This function does not work when:
–Playing multi-channel sources.
–“Dolby Pro Logic II” (➡above) is on.
–“Virtual Rear Surrrond” or “Multi Rear Surround” (➡page 38) is on.
PL
SFC
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RADIO & 
SOUND
Sound
Refer to the control reference on page 37.
(Discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel)
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem 
like it is coming from within the television.
Press [SHIFT]r[C.FOCUS].
Each time you do this:
CENTER FOCUS ON>CENTER FOCUS OFF
 ^------------"-------------""-"""""---=}
≥This will have less effect when Dolby Pro Logic II 
is turned on.
≥This doesn’t work when “SFC” is lit on the display.
This mode is useful if you have to place your 
surround speakers near the front speakers 
due to the layout of your room.
This mode makes it seem like the sound from 
the surround speakers is coming from behind 
you
.
Press and hold [SHIFT]r[MULTI REAR] for 
more than 5 seconds.
Each time you do this:
V. R . S  O N
!)V. R . S  O F F
This mode makes it seem like sound is coming 
from multiple rear surround speakers virtually 
when connected with surround speakers.
Press [SHIFT]r[MULTI REAR].
Each time you do this:
M.R.S ON
!)M.R.S OFFUsing this function makes you feel like you are sitting 
in the ideal seating position (in the center of the circle 
formed by the speakers), even if you cannot due to 
the layout of your room.
1Press 
[SHIFT]r[S.POSITION].
2While “ON” is displayed
Press [3, 4, 2,  1] to select a position.
To cancel
Press [SHIFT]r[S.POSITION] again.
[Note]
≥This doesn’t work when “SFC” is lit on the display.≥While virtual rear surround is on, the seat position is changed in three horizontal steps.
Press [S W.LEVEL].
Each time you press the button:
SUB W 1>SUB W 2>SUB W 3>SUB W 4 (factory preset)
 ^-------------------------------------------------------------}
≥This doesn’t work when “SFC” is lit on the display.
Adjust the level of the speakers so they are the same apparent level 
as the front speakers where you would normally be sitting and 
listening. (L, R ➡below, Balance)
Preparation
≥Dolby Digital and DTS: Turn off the other sound field systems.
≥Dolby Pro Logic II: Press [SHIFT]i[ÎPRO LOGIC II].
1 Press [SHIFT]r[TEST] to output a test signal.
Lch: Front left RSch: Right surround
Cch: Center LSch: Left surround
Rch: Front right
2 Press [VOLUMEr] or [s] to set the volume level normally 
used for listening.
3 Press [3] (to increase) or [4] (to decrease).
L, R: (➡below, Balance)
C, RS, LS: j6 dB to i6 dB
To stop the test signal, press [SHIFT]i[TEST] again.
∫To adjust speaker level during play
(This doesn’t work when “SFC” is lit on the display.)
1 Press [SHIFT]r[CH SELECT] to select the speaker. 
LR>Cch>RSch>LSch>SWch
^---------------------------------------------------}
SW: Subwoofer
≥You can only adjust SW if there is output from the subwoofer channel.
2 Press [3] (to increase) or [4] (to decrease).
L, R: (➡below, Balance)
C, RS, LS:j6 dB to i6 dB
SW: j6 dB to i6 dB
You can adjust the balance of the front speakers.
1 Press [SHIFT]r[CH SELECT] to select “L R”.
2 Press [2, 1] to adjust the “L”, “R” balance.
Center Focus
Virtual Rear Surround
This function works with:
–multi-channel discs
–2-channel discs with Dolby Pro Logic II on
Multi Rear Surround
This function works with:
–multi-channel discs
–2-channel discs with Dolby Pro Logic II on
CF
Virtual speakers
V. R E A R
Virtual speakers
M.V.REAR
Seat position
This function works with:
–multi-channel discs
–2-channel discs with Dolby Pro Logic II on
Adjusting the subwoofer level
Speaker level adjustments
Balance
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SETTINGS
Changing the unit’s settings
Preparation
Press [HDD] or [DVD] to set up.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4] to select “SETUP” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select the tab and press [1].
4Press [3,4] to select the menu and press [ENTER].
5Press [3,4] to select the option and press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
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.
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HDD/DVDINPUT
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AUX FM/AM DV D HDD
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HDD/DVDINPUT
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3,4,2,1 
ENTER
RETURN FUNCTIONS
¢ CANCEL
Í POWER
HDD, DVD
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 41)j
Preset Channel Captions
§2 (➡page 42)j
Manual Channel Captions
§2 (➡page 42)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 8)≥Set Code 1
≥Set Code 2≥Set Code 3
Auto Clock Setting
§1 (➡page 41)
Manual Clock Setting
§1 (➡page 7)
Time Zone Adjust
§1 (➡page 42)≥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 45) 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 20).
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 ¢¢¢¢
Ratings
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
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SETTINGS
Changing the unit’s settings
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 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Disc
ContinuedRecording Time in EP ModeSelect the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode 
(➡page 13, 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” when recording to media other than DVD-R.
You cannot transfer (dub) titles to a DVD-R using the high speed 
mode if you recorded the program on a DVD recorder that does 
not have the “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” function, even 
when transferring (dubbing) to the HDD with this setting “On”.≥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 32]
–Pictures are saved at 4:3.
–Hybrid VBR Resolution (➡ below) setting is “Fixed”.
–For SAP broadcasts use “Select MTS” (➡below). 
Select the type of audio in advance.
≥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 45, 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 45, 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 21) 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. 
(➡below, Audio for XP Recording)
You cannot select this when recording from an external source 
onto DVD-R. Select audio on the other equipment.≥Main
≥SAP
Audio for XP Recording
Choose the audio type when recording or transferring (dubbing) 
with XP mode.≥Dolby Digital
 (➡page 45)
≥LPCM (➡page 45)
–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” (➡ above)
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