Panasonic DIGA DMR ES10 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
DVD Recorder  
Model No.  
DMR-ES10  
If you have any questions contact  
Dear customer  
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance  
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.  
In Canada:  
1-800-561-5505  
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read  
the instructions completely.  
Please keep this manual for future reference.  
For U.S.A. only  
The warranty can be found on page 42.  
For Canada only  
The warranty can be found on page 43.  
Region number supported by this unit  
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software  
according to where they are sold.  
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar  
en la página 44–47.  
The region number of this unit is “1”.  
The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or  
ALL”.  
Example:  
1
2
1
ALL  
4
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P PC  
Table of contents  
FUNCTIONS window and Status messages. . . . . . . . . 25  
FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Status messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Getting started  
Useful features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
STEP 1 Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
STEP 3 Channel settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
STEP 4 Set up to match your television  
Editing  
Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Editing and playing playlists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
and remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Recording  
Convenient functions  
Recording television programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . 15  
Recording television programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Selecting audio to be recorded. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Recording from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Scheduled recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Using VCR Plus+ system to make scheduled recordings . . . 18  
Manually programming scheduled recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Check, change or delete a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Disc management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Providing a disc with a name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Erasing all titles–Erase All Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Erasing all contents of a disc–Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Enabling DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R to be  
played on other equipment–Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Playing back  
Playing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Editing operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Reference  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Error messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Product Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Using menus to play MP3  
and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Playing MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Using on-screen menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Disc menu–Setting disc content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Play menu–Change play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Video menu–Change picture quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Audio menu–Change sound effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Other menu–Change the display position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Referencia rápida en español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44  
(Spanish Quick Reference)  
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover  
Accessories  
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.  
(Product numbers correct as of December 2004. These may be subject to change.)  
Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 42.  
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.  
1
75 coaxial cable  
(K2KZ2BA00001)  
2
Batteries  
for remote control  
1
Audio/video cable  
(K2KA6CA00001)  
1
AC power supply cord  
(K2CB2CB00006)  
1
Remote control  
(N2QAKB000055)  
For use with this unit only.  
Do not use it with other equipment.  
Also do not use the cords for other  
equipment with this unit.  
(U.S.A. only)  
Product Registration Card  
The remote control  
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long  
Batteries  
R6/LR6, AA  
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.  
Insert so the poles (+ and  
Note  
–) match those in the  
remote control.  
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control  
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (page 14).  
Do not use rechargeable  
type batteries.  
Use  
Remote control signal sensor  
Do not mix old and new  
batteries.  
Do not use different types at the same time.  
Do not heat or expose to flame.  
20  
20  
30  
Do not take apart or short circuit.  
30  
Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.  
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Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.  
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can  
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.  
7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit  
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Disc information  
Discs you can use for recording and play (12 cm/8 cm)  
Disc type  
DVD-RAM  
DVD-R (DVD-Video format)  
4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5)  
4.7 GB, 12 cm (5)  
2.8 GB, 8 cm (3)  
1.4 GB, 8 cm (3)  
Logo  
Indication in these instructions  
Main use  
-R  
Before finalizing  
RAM  
DVD-V  
After finalizing  
One time recording discs  
(recordable until the disc is full)  
Re-writable discs  
8 hours  
(16 hours in EP (8H) mode on  
double-sided disc*1)  
Maximum recording time  
(page 15, Recording modes and approximate recording times)  
8 hours  
Play on other players  
Only on DVD-RAM compatible  
players. It is not necessary to  
finalize the disc. (page 31)  
Only after finalizing the disc.  
(page 31)  
What you can do on this unit ( : Can do × : Cannot do)  
Chasing playback  
×
×
×
Recording broadcasts that allow one copy  
(CPRM (page 36) compatible  
discs only.)  
Recording both Main and SAP of MTS broadcast  
Only one is recorded  
(page 33, Select MTS)  
Recording 16:9 aspect picture  
×
(The picture is recorded in 4: 3  
aspect.)  
Enter program (title) name  
Erase program (title)  
(Available space increases  
after erasing.)  
(Available space does not  
increase after erasing.)  
Creating playlists  
×
We recommend using Panasonic discs. We recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.  
You may not be able to record to DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R discs on this unit or play them due to the condition of the recording.  
You cannot record programs that allow “One time only recording” to CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this unit.  
You can use high speed recording compatible discs on this unit.  
*1 You cannot record or play continuously on two sides.  
Play-only discs (12 cm/8 cm)  
Disc type  
Logo  
DVD-Video  
DVD-Audio  
DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording  
format)  
+RW  
––––  
Indication in these  
instructions  
DVD-V  
DVD-A  
-RW(VR)  
DVD-V  
Instructions  
High quality movie and  
music discs  
High fidelity music discs  
Played on this unit in  
2 channels.  
DVD-RW recorded on another  
DVD Recorder*3  
+RW recorded on  
another  
DVD Recorder*3  
You can play programs that allow  
“One time only recording” if they  
have been recorded to a CPRM  
compatible disc.  
By formatting (page 30) the  
disc, you can record to it in  
DVD-Video format and play it on  
this unit.  
It may be necessary to finalize the disc on the  
equipment used for recording.  
*3 Play may be impossible on some CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RW or +RW discs due to the condition of the recording.  
*4 You can play still pictures (JPEG/TIFF), CD-DA, Video CD and MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW.  
The producer of the material can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating  
instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.  
Regarding DVD-Audio  
Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing (page 36) of all or part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. When  
playing such discs, or such parts of disc, unless the number of connected speakers is the same as the disc’s channel specification, audio will not  
be output properly (e.g. part of the audio is missing, multi-channel audio cannot be selected and audio is played in two channels). Refer to the  
disc’s jacket for more information.  
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DVD Video Recording format  
This is a recording method which allows you to freely record and  
edit television broadcasts and so on.  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)  
+R  
Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” can be  
recorded to a CPRM compatible disc. You can record to CPRM  
compatible DVD-RAM on this unit.  
4.7 GB, 12 cm (5)  
4.7 GB, 12 cm (5)  
1.4 GB, 8 cm (3)  
Play is only possible on a compatible DVD player.  
Use a DVD-RAM to record in the DVD Video Recording format.  
––––  
DVD-Video format  
This recording method is the same as commercially available  
DVD-Video.  
+R  
Before finalizing  
After finalizing  
-RW(V)  
Before finalizing  
After finalizing  
DVD-V  
DVD-V  
Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be  
recorded.  
One time recording discs  
(recordable until the disc is full)  
These can be played on a DVD player. However programs  
recorded on this unit must be finalized to be played on other DVD  
players.  
Re-writable discs  
Use a DVD-R or DVD-RW to record in the DVD-Video format.  
8 hours  
8 hours  
Discs that cannot be played  
Only after finalizing the disc.  
Only after finalizing the disc.  
(page 31)  
(page 31)  
2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5)  
3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring  
DVD-R recorded in DVD Video Recording format  
×
×
×
×
×
DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R  
recorded on another unit and not finalized (page 36).  
PAL discs (you can still play the audio on DVD-Audio)  
DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”  
Blu-ray  
×
DVD-ROM, DVD-R DL, +R DL, +R (8 cm), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,  
Only one is recorded  
(page 33, Select MTS)  
Only one is recorded  
(page 33, Select MTS)  
Photo CD, CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, Divx Video Disc, etc.  
×
×
Disc handling  
How to hold a disc  
Do not touch the recorded surface.  
(The picture is recorded in 4: 3 (The picture is recorded in 4: 3  
aspect.)  
aspect.)  
Concerning non-cartridge  
discs  
(Available space on DVD-RW  
(DVD-Video format) increases  
only when the last recorded title  
is erased.)*2  
(Available space does not  
increase after erasing.)  
Be careful about scratches and dirt.  
If there is dirt or  
condensation on the disc  
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.  
×
×
*2  
Erase this to increase the available space.  
Handling precautions  
The last The available  
Title 1  
Title 2  
- - - -  
recorded title space  
The available space does not increase if these are erased.  
Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc  
warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)  
Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt  
pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements.  
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static  
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.  
Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.  
Audio CD  
Video CD  
Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them.  
Do not use the following discs:  
Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels  
(rented discs, etc).  
––––  
Discs that are badly warped or cracked.  
Irregularly shaped discs, such as  
heart shapes.  
CD  
VCD  
Music and audio CD-R and  
recorded  
(including CD-R/ music recorded in  
Music and video recorded  
Do not place in the following areas:  
CD-RW*3*4 with (including CD-R/RW*3*4)  
In direct sunlight.  
In very dusty or humid areas.  
Near a heater.  
RW*3*4)  
MP3  
Locations susceptible to significant differences in temperature  
(condensation can occur).  
Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.  
Still pictures  
(JPEG and TIFF)  
recorded on CD-R  
and CD-RW*3*4  
To protect discs from scratches and dirt, return them to their cases  
or cartridges when you are not using them.  
Note about using a DualDisc  
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so play  
may not be possible.  
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem with the  
unit or recordable media, and accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by such loss.  
Examples of causes of such losses are  
A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company.  
A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit.  
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A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this unit.  
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Control reference guide  
Remote control  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
Turn the unit on (page 10)  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
Television operations (page 14)  
Input select (IN1, IN2 or IN3)  
Channel select (page 15)  
Select channels and title numbers, etc./  
Enter numbers  
AUDIO  
Select audio (page 16, 20)  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
Skip a minute forward (page 21)  
Cancel  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Show VCR Plus+ screen (page 18)  
Basic operations for recording and play  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Show FUNCTIONS window (page 25)  
Show Top menu/Direct Navigator  
(page 20, 22, 26)  
Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (page 10, 21)  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Return to previous screen  
Show status messages (page 25)  
Skip the specified time/Display the television image  
as a picture-in-picture (page 16, 21)  
Show sub menu (page 23, 26, 29)  
Show on-screen menu (page 24)  
Show scheduled recording list (page 19)  
Change recording mode (page 15)  
Start recording (page 15)  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
CREATE  
Erase items (page 21)  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
Add/delete channel (page 11)  
Start Flexible Recording (page 17)  
Create chapters (page 21)  
Open/close disc tray (page 15, 20)  
Show SETUP menu (page 11, 34)  
Main unit  
Disc tray (page 15, 20)  
Connection for camcorder, etc.  
Display (below)  
(page 17)  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
CH  
IN2  
Channel select (page 15)  
POWER button (POWER 8) (page 10)  
Press to switch the unit from on to standby  
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the  
unit is still consuming a small amount of  
power.  
Open/close disc tray (page 15, 20)  
Stop (page 16, 21)  
How to open the front panel  
Apply your finger to the  
section and push down  
towards the bottom.  
Start play (page 20)  
Start recording (page 15)  
/Remote control signal sensor  
Rear panel terminals (page 7, 8)  
The unit’s display  
D. MIX (multi-channel DVD-Audio only)  
When lit: Down-mixing audio is played.  
When off: The disc prevents down-mixing so only  
the two front channels can be played.  
Channel  
Recording/  
Playback  
Recording  
Playback  
CH  
D.MIX  
DVD  
AVCD  
+
RWRAM  
XP  
SP  
LP  
EP  
Disc type  
REC  
PLAY  
VR  
REC  
REC  
PLAY  
PLAY  
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Main display section  
Recording mode  
Scheduled recording indicator  
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STEP 1 Connection  
The equipment connections described are examples.  
Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.  
Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.  
Connection with a television and video cassette recorder  
The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it is  
recommended that this unit be connected as shown below.  
indicates included accessories.  
indicates accessories not included.  
Television  
Cable from wall  
or antenna signal  
VHF/UHF  
AUDIO IN VIDEO  
RF IN  
R
L
IN  
Red White Yellow  
Splitter  
75 coaxial  
cable  
75 Ω  
coaxial  
cable  
75 coaxial cable  
Video cassette recorder  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
OUT  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
Yellow  
White  
Red  
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
VHF/UHF  
RF OUT  
Audio/Video cable  
This unit’s rear panel  
To household  
AC outlet  
(AC 120V, 60 Hz)  
Red White Yellow  
Red White Yellow  
To IN1  
or IN3  
AC power supply cord  
Connect only after all other  
connections are complete.  
Audio/Video cable  
The unit’s RF OUT terminal  
The picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through the RF OUT terminal to the television.  
Make sure you connect one of the following terminals on this unit to the television: the AUDIO/VIDEO  
OUT terminal, the S VIDEO OUT terminal or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. If the television  
has none of these terminals, consult your local dealer.  
Refer to page 9 if the antenna connector doesn’t match.  
Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder  
Video signals fed through video cassette recorders will be affected  
by copyright protection systems and the picture will not be shown  
correctly on the television.  
Do not place the unit on  
amplifiers or equipment  
that may become hot.  
The heat can damage the unit.  
Television  
Television  
This unit  
VCR  
VCR  
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.  
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc  
and the unit.  
This unit  
When connecting to a television with a built in VCR, connect to the  
input terminals on the television side, not the VCR side.  
Quick Start (page 32)  
When the unit is not to be used for a long time  
To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unit  
consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off  
(approx. 8.2 W).  
A few seconds after turning on the unit, you can start recording to  
DVD-RAM.  
A few dozen seconds after turning on the unit, you can play a disc  
or start recording to discs other than DVD-RAM.  
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STEP 1 Connection  
Connection with a cable TV box/satellite receiver and video cassette recorder  
You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.  
Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box.  
The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it is  
recommended that this unit be connected as shown below.  
indicates included accessories.  
indicates accessories not included.  
Television  
Cable from wall  
or antenna signal  
VHF/UHF  
AUDIO IN VIDEO  
RF IN  
R
L
IN  
Red White Yellow  
Splitter  
75 coaxial cable  
75 coaxial  
cable  
75 Ω  
coaxial  
cable  
Video cassette recorder  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
OUT  
IN  
Yellow  
White  
Red  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
IN  
OUT  
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
L
AUDIO  
R
AUDIO  
R
VHF/UHF  
RF OUT  
Audio/Video cable  
Audio/Video cable  
To IN1  
This unit’s rear panel  
Red White Yellow  
To household  
AC outlet  
(AC 120V, 60 Hz)  
Red White Yellow  
Red White Yellow  
To IN3  
Instead of using the Audio/video cable, you can also connect the  
RF IN terminal on this unit to the cable TV box RF OUT terminal  
using the 75 coaxial cable.  
AC power supply cord  
Connect only after all other  
connections are complete.  
Audio/Video  
cable  
Cable TV box/  
satellite receiver  
Should I use the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal  
or the RF OUT terminal?  
If your cable TV box has both AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals and  
RF OUT terminals, we recommend connecting the AUDIO/  
VIDEO OUT terminal with the unit’s IN1 terminal. Using this  
connection provides better picture quality.  
Red White Yellow OUT  
IN  
AUDIO  
R
L
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
RF  
The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the  
VIDEO terminal.  
Connecting a television with S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals  
AUDIO IN VIDEO  
IN  
S VIDEO  
IN  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN  
AUDIO IN VIDEO  
IN  
S VIDEO  
IN  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN  
R
L
R
L
Television’s  
rear panel  
Television’s  
rear panel  
Red White Yellow  
Red White Yellow  
Video cable  
S Video cable  
Audio/Video cable  
Audio/Video cable  
This unit’s  
rear panel  
This unit’s rear panel  
Red White Yellow  
Red White Yellow  
S VIDEO OUT terminal  
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal  
Connect to S VIDEO IN terminal on the television through an  
S Video cable.  
The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than  
the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the  
television.)  
Connect to COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals on the television  
through a component video cable. These terminals can be used  
for either interlace or progressive output (page 36) and provide  
a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.  
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Connect to terminals of the same color.  
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Connecting an amplifier or system component  
Connection to a stereo amplifier  
To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on  
DVD-Video  
Connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder  
displaying these logo marks using an optical digital  
audio cable and change the settings in Digital Audio  
Output (page 33).  
Amplifier's rear panel  
You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not  
suited to DVD.  
Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when  
playing DVD-Audio.  
AUDIO IN  
R
L
Red White  
Amplifier's rear panel  
OPTICAL IN  
Audio cable  
Optical digital  
audio cable  
Do not bend sharply  
when connecting.  
Insert fully, with this  
side facing up.  
This unit  
Red White  
If the antenna connector doesn’t match  
Other antenna connections to the unit  
Other antenna connections from the unit to the  
television  
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead.  
If your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use the  
lead connection to minimize signal loss.  
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna terminals  
on your television. Refer to the television’s operating instructions.  
A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal  
A single twin lead  
from the antenna  
300–75 transformer  
VHF  
VHF/UHF band separator  
75 coaxial cable  
UHF  
(Flat) Twin lead  
300 cable  
To this unit’s RF IN  
terminal  
Television  
A twin lead terminal  
A twin lead and a coaxial cable  
from the antenna  
VHF/UHF band mixer  
VHF or  
UHF  
Television  
75–300 transformer  
(Flat) Twin lead 300 cable  
75 coaxial cable  
To this unit’s RF IN  
terminal  
(Round)  
75 coaxial cable  
Two twin lead terminals  
Two twin leads  
from the antenna  
VHF  
UHF  
Television  
VHF/UHF band separator  
75 coaxial cable  
VHF/UHF band mixer  
(Flat) Twin lead  
300 cable  
Multiple antenna terminals  
Connect to one of the ANT terminals, then change the television’s  
To this unit’s RF IN  
terminal  
setting as necessary.  
300–75 transformer  
Television  
Split out  
ANT 1  
75 coaxial cable  
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ANT 2  
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STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning  
Preparation  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
CH  
If you connect the unit through a cable TV box or satellite receiver  
(page 8), tune to your local PBS for Auto Clock Setting to work.  
If there is no local PBS, set the clock manually (page 34, Set  
Clock Manually).  
IN2  
POWER 8  
2 CH 1  
1 Press [^ DVD POWER].  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
^ DVD POWER  
VOLUME  
CH  
Select Language  
Seleccione la Lengua  
Sélection de Langue  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
English  
Español  
Français  
Numbered  
buttons  
1 2 CH  
AUDIO  
Press ENTER  
Pulse ENTER  
Appuyer sur ENTER  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
2 Press [e, r] to select the language  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
and press [ENTER].  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
3 Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Tuning.  
RETURN  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
Set Channels Automatically  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
1
Ch.  
ADD/DLT  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
F
Rec  
SETUP  
Set Channels Automatically  
Proceeding . . .  
The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is  
displayed when finished.  
After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing  
[^ DVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit assists  
you to set the on-screen language, and automatically tunes in all  
the channels it can receive and sets the clock.  
Set Clock Automatically  
Auto Clock Setting is complete.  
4/4/2002 12:15 AM  
DST...............On  
Time Zone.....CST  
The unit automatically determines the type of transmission  
(airwaves or cable) and puts them into channels as follows.  
Band  
Channel  
2–13  
VHF  
UHF  
VHF  
DST, Daylight Saving Time, shows the summertime setting.  
Antenna Mode  
(Airwaves)  
Time Zone shows the time difference from Greenwich  
14–69  
2–13  
Mean Time (GMT).  
EST (Eastern Standard Time) = GMT –5  
CST (Central Standard Time) = GMT –6  
MST (Mountain Standard Time) = GMT –7  
CATV LOW BAND  
95–99  
14–36  
37–65  
CATV MID/SUPER BAND  
CATV HYPER BAND  
CableTV Mode  
(Cable)  
PST (Pacific Standard Time)  
= GMT –8  
AST (Alaska Standard Time) = GMT –9  
HST (Hawaii Standard Time) = GMT –10  
For other areas: xx hr  
66–94  
100–125  
ULTRA BAND  
SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL  
1
4 Press [ENTER].  
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10  
If the clock is an hour slower or faster than the  
Adding and deleting channels  
actual time  
Add or delete channels if necessary channels are not set or  
unnecessary channels are set.  
Select “–1” or “+1” in “Adjust Time Zone” in the SETUP menu  
(page 34).  
1 Press the numbered buttons to select  
a channel.  
If the unit couldn’t set the clock automatically  
Set the time manually (page 34, Set Clock Manually).  
To start Plug-in Auto Tuning again (after  
Unit’s display  
Antenna Mode (Airwaves)  
e.g., 5: [0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
relocation, for example)  
CH  
CableTV Mode (Cable)  
e.g., 5: [0] [0] [5]  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
115: [1] [1] [5]  
Signal source, channel caption, and VCR Plus+ guide  
channel settings all revert to the default values when you  
perform the procedure below. Scheduled recording settings  
are also cleared.  
When the unit is on and stopped  
You can also use [1 2 CH] when you are going to delete a  
channel.  
1
Press and hold [2 CH] and [1 CH] on the main unit for  
about five seconds.  
The unit turns off.  
2 Press [ADD/DLT].  
2
Press [^ DVD POWER] to turn the unit on.  
e.g., The channel is deleted.  
If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails  
Channel 15 Deleted  
1 Press [SETUP].  
SETUP  
Signal Source (RF IN) CableTV  
Set Channels Automatically  
Channel Captions  
Preset Channel Captions  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
Manual Channel Captions  
VCR Plus+ Ch. Setting  
Video  
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Channel” and  
press [q].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “Signal Source  
(RF IN)” and press [ENTER].  
Signal Source (RF IN)  
SETUP  
Antenna  
CableTV  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
Video  
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
ENTER  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Antenna” or  
“CableTV” and press [ENTER].  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Set Channels  
Automatically” and press [ENTER].  
6 Press [ENTER].  
Auto Channel Setting starts. This takes a few minutes.  
7 Press [ENTER].  
To cancel partway  
Press [RETURN].  
To exit the screen  
Press [SETUP].  
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11  
STEP 3 Channel settings  
1 Press [SETUP].  
SETUP  
Signal Source (RF IN) CableTV  
DVD POWER  
TV  
Set Channels Automatically  
POWER  
Channel Captions  
Preset Channel Captions  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
Manual Channel Captions  
VCR Plus+ Ch. Setting  
Video  
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
AUDIO  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Channel” and  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
press [q].  
CANCEL  
SLOW/SEARCH  
3 Press [e, r] to select “VCR Plus+ Ch.  
Setting” and press [ENTER].  
e.g., “Signal Source (RF IN)” is set to “CableTV”.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
VCR Plus+ Ch. Settings  
SETUP  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
Guide Channel Cable Channel  
---  
125  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
RETURN  
---  
1
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
Video  
---  
---  
2
3
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
ENTER  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
SETUP  
4 Press [e, r] to select the guide  
channel you want to set and press  
[q].  
When selecting the guide channel, press and hold [e, r] to  
scroll up and down the screen.  
VCR Plus+ Ch. Settings  
SETUP  
Guide Channel Cable Channel  
---  
---  
4
5
VCR Plus+ guide channel settings  
Channel  
Setup  
Set these guide channels so you can use the VCR Plus+ system for  
scheduled recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart  
showing the channels, station names, and guide channels.  
Disc  
Video  
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
---  
6
---  
---  
7
8
ENTER  
e.g.,  
Guide  
channel  
Channel  
number  
Station name  
Channel setting  
5 Press [e, r] to select the channel  
CBS  
HBO  
04  
33  
04  
15  
Unnecessary  
corresponding to the guide channel  
Enter channel 15 next  
to Guide Channel 33.  
and press [w].  
To delete a number, press [ CANCEL].  
Enter channel 20 next  
to Guide Channel 38.  
Nickelodeon  
38  
20  
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter other channels.  
Look up the guide channels Write down all the stations you  
for the stations in  
magazines.  
can receive.  
6 Press [ENTER].  
To exit the screen  
Press [SETUP].  
If you have connected a cable TV box or satellite receiver, the  
VCR Plus+ system does not work so you do not have to set the  
guide channels.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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Channel captions  
You can give 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.  
1 Press [SETUP].  
SETUP  
Signal Source (RF IN) CableTV  
Set Channels Automatically  
Channel Captions  
Preset Channel Captions  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
Manual Channel Captions  
VCR Plus+ Ch. Setting  
Video  
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Channel” and press [q].  
Preset Channel Captions  
Manual Channel Captions  
3 Press [e, r] to select “Preset  
3 Press [e, r] to select “Manual  
Channel Captions” and press  
[ENTER].  
Channel Captions” and press  
[ENTER].  
Preset Channel Captions  
SETUP  
4 Press [e, r] to select the channel  
Caption  
Channel Number  
---  
GLOB  
and press [q].  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if  
---  
ABC  
preset captions have not been added.  
Video  
---  
---  
PBS  
CBS  
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
5 Press [e, r] to select the first  
ENTER  
character and press [q].  
You can choose from the following characters:  
A–Z, 0–9, -, &, !, /, (space)  
To delete the caption, press [ CANCEL].  
4 Press [e, r] to select the caption and  
press [q].  
Repeat this step to enter the other characters.  
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  
Manual Channel Captions  
SETUP  
Channel Number Caption  
----  
----  
6
8
When selecting the caption, press and hold [e, r] to scroll  
Channel  
Setup  
up and down the screen.  
Disc  
AAAA  
10  
Video  
Audio  
Display  
TV Screen  
5 Press [e, r] to select the channel  
12  
23  
----  
----  
ENTER  
corresponding to the caption and  
press [w].  
Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if  
captions have not been added manually.  
6 Press [w, q] to return to the “Channel  
Number” column.  
To delete the channel number, press [ CANCEL].  
Repeat steps 4–6 to enter other channels.  
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter other channels.  
7 Press [ENTER].  
6 Press [ENTER].  
To exit the screen  
Press [SETUP].  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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13  
STEP 4 Set up to match your television and remote control  
Television operation  
You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the  
television channel and change the television volume.  
Point the remote control at the television  
VOLUME  
TV operation  
buttons  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
While pressing [^ POWER TV], enter the  
code with the numbered buttons.  
Numbered  
buttons  
e.g., 01: [0] [1]  
Manufacturer and Code No.  
AUDIO  
PHILIPS (RC-5) 03  
Panasonic  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
National  
01, 02  
RCA  
05  
CM SKIP  
QUASAR  
SAMSUNG  
SANYO  
14, 18, 19  
SLOW/SEARCH  
FISHER  
GE  
10  
10  
05  
SHARP  
06, 07  
08  
GOLDSTAR  
HITACHI  
JVC  
15, 16, 17  
SONY  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
12  
SYLVANIA  
THOMSON  
TOSHIBA  
ZENITH  
03  
11  
05  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
LG  
15, 16, 17  
09  
MAGNAVOX  
MITSUBISHI  
03  
13  
04  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
RETURN  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
Test by turning on the television and changing channels. Repeat the  
procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.  
If your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your  
television does not allow control of your television, this remote  
control is not compatible with your television.  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
SETUP  
When other Panasonic products  
respond to this remote control  
Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote  
control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products  
close together.  
Selecting television type  
You do not have to change the setting when connected to a 4: 3  
standard aspect television that is not compatible with progressive  
output (page 36).  
Use “1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.  
1 Press [SETUP].  
1 Press [SETUP].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Setup” and  
2 Press [e, r] to select “TV Screen”  
press [q].  
and press [q].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “Remote  
3 Press [e, r] to select “TV Type” and  
Control Code” and press [ENTER].  
press [ENTER].  
4 Press [e, r] to select the code (1, 2,  
TV Type  
SETUP  
or 3) and press [ENTER].  
4:3 TV  
Aspect 4:3 & 480i  
Aspect 4:3 & 480p  
16:9 Widescreen TV  
Aspect 16:9 & 480i  
Aspect 16:9 & 480p  
Remote Control Code  
SETUP  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
Video  
Audio  
Press “ ” and “ENTER” together  
for more than 2 seconds on the remote control.  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
Display  
TV Screen  
ENTER  
To change the code on the remote control  
Aspect 4: 3/Aspect 16: 9:  
5 While pressing [ENTER], press and  
hold the numbered button ([1], [2] or  
[3]) for more than 2 seconds.  
4:3  
16:9  
4: 3 standard aspect  
television  
16: 9 widescreen  
television  
6 Press [ENTER].  
When the following indicator appears on the  
480p/480i:  
unit’s display  
Select “480p” if the television is compatible with progressive  
output.  
Press and hold [ENTER] and  
the indicated number button at  
the same time for more than 2  
seconds.  
4 Press [e, r] to select the item and  
press [ENTER].  
To exit the screen  
Press [SETUP].  
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To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
14  
Recording television programs  
FR (Flexible Recording Mode)  
The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP  
(8H) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space  
with the best possible recording quality.  
1
You can set when programming scheduled recordings.  
All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in the display.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
CH  
CH  
XP  
SP  
LP  
EP  
IN2  
q
g
IN2 INPUT terminals  
2
4
Recording television programs  
Preparation  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
VOLUME  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
INPUT  
the connections to this unit.  
SELECT  
Turn the unit on.  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Numbered  
buttons  
It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a double  
sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it  
over.  
2
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
When using 8 cm (3) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3) DVD-R, remove the  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
disc from the cartridge.  
SLOW/SEARCH  
+R  
You can record up to 99 titles on one disc (  
49 titles).  
It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time  
only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R or 8 cm (3) DVD-RAM  
discs. Use a CPRM compatible DVD-RAM.  
q
g
h
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
When recording to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR  
When recording MTS broadcasts  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
If you do not connect a cable TV box  
Select “Main” or “SAP” in “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
(page 33).  
If you connect a cable TV box  
Select “Main” or “SAP” on the cable TV box.  
RETURN  
STATUS  
TIME SLIP  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
The aspect ratio of the recorded images will be 4:3.  
3
4
1
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
In order to play a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R  
recorded using this unit on another playback source, the  
disc must first be finalized (page 31).  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
F
Rec  
F Rec  
1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to open the  
Recording modes and approximate  
recording times  
Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may  
become shorter than indicated.  
tray and insert a disc.  
Press the button again to close the tray.  
Insert label-up.  
(Unit: hour)  
DVD-RAM  
DVD-R  
DVD-RW  
+R  
Mode  
Single-sided Double-sided  
(4.7 GB)  
(9.4 GB)  
(4.7GB)  
Insert with the  
arrow facing in.  
XP (High quality)  
SP (Normal)  
1
2
4
2
4
8
1
2
4
Insert fully so it clicks  
into place.  
LP (Long play)  
2 Press [1 2 CH] to select the channel.  
EP (Extended long  
play)  
CH  
DVD  
8 (6 )  
16 (12 )  
8 (6 )  
RAM  
SP  
8 hours  
maximum for  
one side  
FR (Automatic mode  
selection)  
8 hours  
maximum  
8 hours  
maximum  
To select with the numbered buttons:  
Antenna Mode (Airwaves) CableTV Mode (Cable)  
e.g., 5: [0] [5]  
e.g., 5: [0] [0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
115: [1] [1] [5]  
XP  
Select the audio to be recorded (page 16).  
SP  
3 Press [REC MODE] to select the  
LP  
recording mode (XP, SP, LP, or EP).  
CH  
DVD–  
XP  
EP (6H)  
EP (8H)  
RAM  
Remaining time on the disc  
Recording time  
4 Press [* REC] to start recording.  
When “Recording Time in EP Mode” is set to “EP (6H)” in the  
SETUP menu.  
The sound quality is better when using “EP (6H)” than when using  
“EP (8H)”.  
CH  
DVD  
XP  
RAM  
REC  
The elapsed time is shown on the display.  
Note  
Recording will take place on free space on disc. Data will not  
be overwritten.  
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.  
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You cannot change the channel or recording mode during  
recording. You can change them while recording is paused,  
but the material is recorded as a separate title.  
15  
Recording television programs  
Refer to the control reference on page 15.  
Playing while you are recording  
RAM  
To pause recording  
Press [h].  
Playing from the beginning of the title you are  
recording—Chasing playback  
Press again to restart recording.  
You can also press [* REC] to restart.  
(Title is not split into separate titles.)  
Press [q] (PLAY) during recording.  
To stop recording  
Press [g].  
From the start to the end of the recording is called one title.  
To stop play  
Press [g].  
-R -RW(V) +R  
It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording  
management information after recording finishes.  
To stop recording  
2 seconds after play stops  
Press [g].  
To specify a time to stop recording—One Touch  
Recording  
To stop scheduled recording  
Press [g], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.  
During recording  
Press [* REC] to select the recording time.  
Each time you press the button:  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
seconds to stop recording.  
0: 30  
1: 00  
1: 30  
2: 00  
3:00  
4: 00  
Playing a title previously recorded while recording—  
Simultaneous rec and play  
Counter (cancel)  
This does not work during scheduled recordings (page 18) or  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] during  
recording.  
while using Flexible Recording (page 17).  
Off Timer  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select a title and  
press [ENTER].  
The unit switches to standby after about 6 hours in the stop mode.  
You can turn this feature off or change the time to 2 hours  
(page 32, “Off Timer”).  
When the format confirmation screen is displayed  
To stop play  
Press [g].  
When you insert a new DVD-RW or a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (DVD-  
Video format) recorded on a computer or other equipment, a format  
confirmation screen is displayed. Format the disc to use it. However,  
all the recorded contents are erased.  
To stop recording  
After play stops  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen, then press [g].  
Format  
To stop scheduled recording  
Press [g], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.  
This disc is not formatted properly.  
Do you want to format the  
disc in Disc Management?  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
Yes  
No  
seconds to stop recording.  
ENTER  
To exit the Direct Navigator screen  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
Press [w] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].  
To format a disc  
Reviewing the recorded images while recording—  
Time Slip  
(Several steps are necessary to format a disc.)  
“Erasing all contents of a disc-Format Disc” (page 30)  
Press [TIME SLIP] during recording.  
Selecting audio to be recorded  
RAM  
PLAY  
0 min  
Press [AUDIO].  
Play starts from 30  
seconds previous.  
Stereo: Main audio (stereo)  
If the broadcast is “Mono+SAP”, audio will be  
REC  
monaural even if you select Stereo mode.  
The video currently  
being recorded  
SAP:  
Secondary audio program (SAP)  
If recorded in SAP mode, main audio is also  
recorded.  
Mono:  
Main audio (monaural)  
You will hear the playback audio.  
Select “Mono” if reception is poor during a  
Press [e, r] to select the time and  
stereo broadcast.  
No disc  
press [ENTER].  
Press [TIME SLIP] to show the play images in full. Press  
CH 12  
again to show the play and recording images.  
((  
Stereo  
e.g., “Stereo” is selected  
“((” appears when the unit is receiving the audio type you selected.  
To stop play  
Press [g].  
If you change the sound setting while recording, the recorded  
sound will also change.  
To stop recording  
2 seconds after play stops  
Press [g].  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Select the audio (Main or SAP) in “Select  
MTS” in the SETUP menu (page 33).  
To stop scheduled recording  
Press [g], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.  
RQT8009  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
seconds to stop recording.  
16  
Refer to the control reference on page 15.  
Flexible Recording  
Recording from a video cassette  
recorder  
(Recording that fits the remaining disc space)  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
RAM  
Preparation  
-R -RW(V) +R  
The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording  
within the remaining disc space. This is convenient when you want  
the recorded program to fit one disc perfectly or you are concerned  
about the amount of free space on the disc. The recording mode  
becomes FR mode.  
Connect a video cassette recorder to this unit’s input terminals.  
Insert a disc you can use for recording.  
Note  
Preparation  
When recording using this unit’s input terminals, only the sound  
received at the time of recording will be recorded.  
Select the channel to be recorded or the external input.  
As long as secondary audio that is recorded on the video cassette is  
not output on the unit in play, it is not recorded.  
While stopped  
Press [F Rec].  
e.g.: Connecting to the IN2 input terminals  
FLEXIBLE RECORDING  
Record in FR mode.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
CH  
Maximum recording  
time  
Maximum rec. time 8 Hour 00 Min.  
Set recording time 1 Hour 30 Min.  
IN2  
This is the maximum  
recording time in EP  
mode.  
Star  
t
Cancel  
IN2  
Press [w, q] to select “Hour” and  
“Min.and press [e, r] to set the  
recording time.  
Yellow White Red  
You can also set the recording time with the numbered  
buttons.  
When you want to start recording  
S Video  
cable  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Start”  
Audio/Video cable  
and press [ENTER].  
Other video equipment  
Recording starts.  
DVD  
XP  
SP  
LP  
EP  
All the recording modes from  
XP to EP appear in the  
display.  
RAM  
If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural, connect to L/  
MONO.  
To exit the screen without recording  
The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the  
VIDEO terminal.  
Press [RETURN].  
e.g., DVD-RAM  
To stop recording partway  
Press [g].  
DVD-RAM  
Rec. 0:59  
CH71  
Remaining  
time  
While stopped  
To show the remaining time  
Press [STATUS].  
Stereo  
Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the  
input channel for the equipment you  
have connected.  
Using “Flexible Recording” is convenient in these kinds of  
situations.  
e.g., If you have connected to IN2 input terminals, select  
“IN2”.  
When the amount of free space on the disc makes selecting an  
appropriate recording more difficult  
When you want to record a long program with the best picture  
quality possible  
Press [REC MODE] to select the  
recording mode.  
e.g., Recording a 90 minute program to disc  
If you select XP mode, the program will not fit one disc.  
Start play on the other equipment.  
If you try to record a 90 minute  
program in XP mode, only the first sixty  
minutes will fit on the disc and the 30  
4.7GB  
DVD-RAM  
4.7GB  
DVD-RAM  
minute balance will not be recorded.  
Press [* REC].  
Recording starts.  
If you select SP mode, the program will fit one disc.  
To skip unwanted parts  
Press [h] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.)  
However there will be 30 minutes remaining  
4.7GB  
disc space.  
DVD-RAM  
To stop recording  
Press [g].  
If you select “FLEXIBLE RECORDING” the program will fit one  
disc perfectly.  
To record program in such a way as to fill up the remaining  
space on the disc  
Left, Flexible Recording  
4.7GB  
DVD-RAM  
Almost all videos and DVD software on sale have been  
treated to prevent illegal copying. Any software that has been  
so treated cannot be recorded using this unit.  
RQT8009  
17  
Scheduled recording  
3 Press [ENTER].  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
SCHEDULED  
RECORDING  
Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP  
^ DVD POWER  
3/26 TUE 12:53 PM  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
Channel Date  
On  
Off Mode  
39  
4 / 1 MON 4:20 PM 5:10 PM SP  
Title Name  
Numbered  
buttons  
When “XP” is displayed in the unit’s display, the recording  
mode automatically changes to “FR” in order to prevent loss  
of recording when there is not enough space. Change to  
“XP” mode if you want to set the scheduled recording using  
“XP” mode.  
Confirm the program and make corrections if necessary  
using [e, r, w, q] (page 19, step 3).  
You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording  
mode.  
AUDIO  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CANCEL  
SLOW/SEARCH  
g
q
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR  
Title Name  
Press [w, q] to select “Title Name” and press [ENTER]  
(page 31).  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
4 Press [ENTER].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
The settings are stored.  
SCHEDULE  
LIST  
Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP  
3/26 TUE 12:53 PM  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
SCHEDULE  
REC MODE  
Check to make  
sure “OK” is  
displayed.  
Check  
OK  
No Channel  
01 39  
Date  
On  
Off  
Mode  
4 / 1 MON 4:20 PM  
New Scheduled Recording  
5:10 PM SP  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
ADD/DLT  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
Repeat steps 1–4 to program other recordings.  
5 Press [SCHEDULE].  
The message “Turn recorder off for Scheduled Recording.is  
shown on the television.  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance.  
6 Press [^ DVD POWER].  
When connecting a cable TV box or satellite receiver, the VCR  
Plus+ system does not work. Program the scheduled recording  
manually and select the channel on the cable TV box or satellite  
receiver before the scheduled recording starts.  
The unit turns off and “z” lights on the unit’s display to  
indicate scheduled recording standby has been activated.  
RAM  
Even if the unit is in scheduled recording standby, you can play a  
disc. Without pressing [^ DVD POWER], just press [q] (PLAY) or  
[DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Scheduled recording works even during  
play.  
Preparation  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
Check that the time on the unit is correct.  
Using VCR Plus+ system to make  
scheduled recordings  
Entering VCR Plus+ numbers is an easy way of scheduled  
recording. You can find these codes in TV listings in newspapers and  
magazines.  
To release the unit from recording standby  
Press [^ DVD POWER].  
The unit turns on and “z” goes out.  
Be sure to press [^ DVD POWER] to return the unit to standby  
mode before the scheduled recording time. Scheduled recording  
will work only if “z” is displayed.  
1 Press [VCR Plus+].  
To cancel recording when recording has  
already begun  
VCR Plus+  
Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP  
3/26 TUE 12:53 PM  
Press [g], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
seconds to stop recording.  
Note  
z” flashes when the unit cannot go to scheduled recording  
standby (e.g., a recordable disc is not in the disc tray).  
The actual time recorded may be longer than the program itself  
when television programs are recorded using VCR Plus+.  
Enter the PlusCode with the numbered buttons.  
No.  
0
9
--  
When you program successive scheduled recordings to start  
immediately one after the other, the unit cannot record the part at  
the beginning of the later programs (a few seconds when  
recording with DVD-RAM and approximately 30 seconds when  
recording with DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R).  
If you set DST (Daylight Saving Time) to On when manually  
setting the clock (page 34), scheduled recording may not work  
when summer switches to winter and vice versa.  
2 Press the numbered buttons to enter  
the PlusCode number.  
To correct the number  
Press [w] to move back to correct a digit.  
RQT8009  
18  
You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance. (Each  
daily or weekly program is counted as one program.)  
Note  
z” flashes when the unit cannot go to scheduled recording  
When connecting a cable TV box or satellite receiver, select the  
channel on the cable TV box or satellite receiver before the  
scheduled recording starts.  
standby (e.g., a recordable disc is not in the disc tray).  
When you program successive scheduled recordings to start  
immediately one after the other, the unit cannot record the part at  
the beginning of the later programs (a few seconds when  
recording with DVD-RAM and approximately 30 seconds when  
recording with DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R).  
If you set DST (Daylight Saving Time) to On when manually  
setting the clock (page 34), scheduled recording may not work  
when summer switches to winter and vice versa.  
Manually programming scheduled  
recordings  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
1 Press [SCHEDULE].  
SCHEDULE  
LIST  
Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP  
3/26 TUE 12:53 PM  
Check, change or delete a program  
Check  
OK  
No Channel  
01 39  
Date  
4 / 1 MON 4:20 PM  
New Scheduled Recording  
On  
Off  
Mode  
5:10 PM SP  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the schedule list  
2 Press [e, r] to select “New  
by pressing [SCHEDULE].  
Scheduled Recording” and press  
[ENTER].  
Press [SCHEDULE].  
Icons  
3 Press [q] to move through the items  
This program is currently recording.  
and change the items with [e, r].  
W
The times overlap those in another program. Recording of  
SCHEDULED  
RECORDING  
Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP  
the program with the later start time starts when the earlier  
program finishes recording.  
3/26 TUE 12:53 PM  
Channel Date  
On  
Off Mode  
5:10 PM SP  
You stopped a weekly or daily scheduled recording. The icon  
disappears the next time the scheduled program starts  
recording.  
39  
4 / 1 MON 4:20 PM  
Press and hold [e, r]Ttiotle Naamlteer On (Start time) and Off (Finish  
time) in 30-minute increments.  
F
The disc was full so the program failed to record.  
You can also set Channel, Date, On (Start time), and Off  
(Finish time) with the numbered buttons.  
You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording  
mode.  
The material was copy-protected so it was not recorded.  
X
The program did not complete recording because the disc is  
dirty or for some other reason.  
DATE  
Date:  
SCHEDULE  
LIST  
Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP  
3/26 TUE 12:53 PM  
Current date up to one month later minus  
one day  
Check  
Mode  
No Channel  
Date  
On  
Off  
New Scheduled Programing  
Daily timer: Sun-Sat Mon-Sat Mon-Fri  
Weekly timer: Weekly Sun --- Weekly Sat  
Message displayed in the Check line  
Title Name  
OK:  
Displayed if the recording can fit in the remaining  
space.  
Press [w, q] to select “Title Name” and press [ENTER]  
(page 31).  
(Date): For recordings made daily or weekly, the display  
will show until when recordings can be made (up to  
a maximum of one month from the present time)  
based on the time remaining on the disc.  
4 Press [ENTER].  
SCHEDULE  
LIST  
Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP  
3/26 TUE 12:53 PM  
! :  
It may not be possible to record because:  
Check  
OK  
OK  
No Channel  
01 64 ABC 3/ 26 TUE 1:00 PM  
02 64 ABC 3/ 26 TUE 2:30 PM  
Date  
On  
Off  
Mode  
Check to make  
sure “OK” is  
displayed.  
the disc is write-protected  
there is no more space left  
2:00 PM SP  
3:00 PM SP  
New Scheduled Recording  
the number of possible titles has reached its  
Repeat steps 2–4 to schedule other recordings.  
maximum.  
5 Press [SCHEDULE].  
The message “Turn recorder off for Scheduled Recording.is  
shown on the television.  
To change a program  
Press [e, r] to select the program and press [ENTER].  
(left, step 3)  
6 Press [^ DVD POWER].  
The unit turns off and “z” lights on the unit’s display to  
indicate scheduled recording standby has been activated.  
To delete a program  
Press [e, r] to select the program and press [ CANCEL] or  
[ADD/DLT].  
RAM  
Even if the unit is in scheduled recording standby, you can play a  
disc. Without pressing [^ DVD POWER], just press [q] (PLAY) or  
[DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Scheduled recording works even during  
play.  
To exit the schedule list  
Press [SCHEDULE].  
The message “Turn recorder off for Scheduled Recording.is shown  
on the television.  
To release the unit from recording standby  
To put the unit on scheduled recording standby  
Press [^ DVD POWER].  
Press [^ DVD POWER].  
The unit turns on and “z” goes out.  
The unit turns off and “z” lights on the unit’s display to indicate  
scheduled recording standby has been activated.  
Be sure to press [^ DVD POWER] to return the unit to standby  
mode before the scheduled recording time. Scheduled recording  
will work only if “z” is displayed.  
To cancel recording when recording has  
already begun  
Programs that failed to record are displayed gray. They are  
automatically deleted from the schedule list at 4 a.m. two days later.  
During scheduled recording, you can change the end time as long  
as the recording mode is not “FR”.  
Press [g], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.  
RQT8009  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
seconds to stop recording.  
19  
Playing discs  
Selecting recorded programs (titles) to play  
1
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View  
DVD-RAM  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
07  
08  
- -  
10 10/27 Mon  
- -  
8 10/27 Mon  
- -  
g
2
- -  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
Page 02/02  
VOLUME  
Previous  
Next  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
Play  
S
SUB MENU  
Select  
Previous  
Next  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the title and press  
[ENTER].  
Numbered  
buttons  
1 2 CH  
You can also select titles with the numbered buttons.  
e.g., 5:  
[0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
AUDIO  
AUDIO  
To show other pages  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER].  
You can also press [u, i] to show other pages.  
CANCEL  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
CM SKIP  
t, y  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
u, i  
To exit the screen  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
g
h
2
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
Direct Navigator screen icons  
Title protected.  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
w h, h q  
Title that was not recorded due to recording protection  
(Digital broadcasts, etc.)  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Title cannot be played because data is damaged.  
Currently recording.  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
TIME SLIP  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
ERASE  
Title with “One time only recording” restriction  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
CREATE  
CHAPTER  
1
When a menu screen appears on the television  
DVD-V DVD-A  
Preparation  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the item and press [ENTER].  
Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons.  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
Turn on this unit.  
VCD  
It is not possible to play continuously from one side of a double  
sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it  
over.  
Press the numbered buttons to select the item.  
e.g., 5: [0] [5]  
15:  
[1] [5]  
To return to the menu screen  
When using 8 cm (3) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3) DVD-R, remove the  
disc from the cartridge.  
Press [TOP MENU] or [SUB MENU].  
DVD-V  
DVD-A  
VCD  
For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge  
Press [TOP MENU].  
Press [RETURN].  
With the write-protect tab in the protect position, play automatically  
starts when inserted in the unit.  
Depending on the disc, it may take time for the menu screen,  
pictures, sound, etc. to start.  
1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to open the  
Changing audio during play  
Press [AUDIO].  
tray and insert a disc.  
Press the button again to close the tray.  
Insert label-up.  
RAM  
DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR) VCD  
Stereo Mono L Mono R  
DVD-RAM  
Play  
Stereo  
e.g., “Stereo” is selected  
When playing an SAP broadcast recorded on DVD-RAM, DVD-RW  
Insert with the  
arrow facing in.  
(DVD Video Recording format): MainSAP  
Insert fully so it clicks  
into place.  
DVD-V DVD-A  
You can change the audio channel number each time you press the  
button. This allows you to change things like the soundtrack  
language.  
2 Press [q] (PLAY).  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
Play starts from the most recently  
recorded title.  
1 ENG  
Digital 3/2.1ch  
Soundtrack  
PLAY  
DVD-V DVD-A CD VCD  
RQT8009  
e.g.,  
Soundtrack).  
English is the selected language (page 24,  
DVD-V  
Play starts from the beginning of  
the disc.  
20  
Operations during play  
Press [g].  
CH  
The stopped position is memorized.  
PLAY  
When stopped position memorized, “PLAY” flashes in the unit’s display.  
(Excluding when playing from the Direct Navigator and when playing a playlist.)  
Resume play function  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart from this position.  
Stop  
Stopped position  
If [g] is pressed several times, “PLAY” disappears and the position is cleared.  
The position is cleared if the unit is turned off or the tray is opened.  
Press [h].  
Pause  
Search  
Skip  
Press again or press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
Press [t] or [y].  
The speed increases up to 5 steps.  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
Audio is heard during first level search forward.  
Audio is heard during all levels of search. DVD-A (excluding moving picture parts) CD  
Depending on the disc, searching may not be possible.  
While playing or paused, press [u] or [i].  
Each press increases the number of skips.  
Press the numbered buttons.  
e.g., 5: [0] [5]  
CD (MP3, JPEG and TIFF discs only)5: [0] [0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
DVD-A Selecting groups  
While stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television right)  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
Starting from a  
selected item  
5: [5]  
This works only when stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television right) with some discs.  
Press and hold [q] (PLAY/x1.3).  
Quick View  
RAM  
The play speed can be increased without distorting the audio.  
Press again to return to normal speed.  
While paused, press [t] or [y].  
The speed increases up to 5 steps.  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
Slow-motion  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R DVD-V  
DVD-A (Motion picture parts only)  
-RW(VR) VCD  
Forward direction only.  
VCD  
The unit will pause if slow-motion play is continued for approximately 5 minutes.  
While paused, press [w h] or [h q].  
Frame-by-frame  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R DVD-V  
DVD-A (Motion picture parts only)  
-RW(VR) VCD  
Each press shows the next frame.  
Press and hold to change forward or backward in succession.  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
Forward direction only.  
VCD  
Press [TIME SLIP].  
Displaying the television  
image as a picture-in-  
picture  
Play images  
The unit displays the television image as a  
picture-in-picture.  
You will hear the playback audio.  
Currently receiving images  
Press [TIME SLIP] again to cancel.  
You can change the channel being received by  
pressing [1 2 CH].  
You cannot change the channel being received  
The blue background does not appear on the  
receiving screen even if you select “On” for  
“Blue Background” in the SETUP menu  
(page 33).  
while recording.  
1 Press [TIME SLIP].  
2 Press [e, r] to select the time and press [ENTER].  
Play skips to the specified time.  
Skipping the specified  
time (Time Slip)  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
Press [TIME SLIP] to show the play images in full.  
Press [CM SKIP].  
Play restarts from approximately a minute later.  
CM Skip  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
Editing operations during play  
1 Press [ERASE].  
2 Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
A title cannot be restored once it is erased. Make certain before proceeding.  
Erase  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R  
You cannot erase while recording.  
The available recording space on DVD-R or +R does not increase when you erase titles.  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded  
title is erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
Press [CREATE CHAPTER].  
Create chapter  
RQT8009  
Chapters are divided at the point pressed.  
RAM  
You cannot create chapters when the unit is in scheduled recording standby.  
(page 26, Title/Chapter)  
21  
Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
Playing MP3  
Numbered  
buttons  
CD  
This unit plays MP3 files recorded  
on CD-R/RW designed for audio  
recording that are finalized (page  
36) on a computer.  
AUDIO  
Playback mode is set to MP3.  
If you want to play picture (JPEG),  
select JPEG Menu from Menu in FUNCTIONS.  
CANCEL  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
The screen shown at right is  
displayed when you insert a disc  
containing MP3 files and still  
pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
SKIP u, i  
ENTER  
Press [ENTER], and follow the steps below.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
1 Press [TOP MENU].  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Selected group  
No.  
1
Total  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Group  
My favorite  
Menu  
G
T
Total  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
G: Group no.  
:
1
1
Track  
Tree  
T: Track no. in the group  
TOTAL: Track no./Total track  
no. in all groups  
001 Both Ends Freezing  
002 Lady Starfish  
003 Life on Jupiter  
004 Metal Glue  
005 Paint ItYellow  
006 Pyjamamama  
007 Shrimps from Mars  
008 Starperson  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
1/111  
No.  
--  
RETURN  
STATUS  
SUB MENU  
0
9
Prev.  
Next  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
9
10  
009 Velvet Cuppermine  
010 Ziggy Starfish  
ENTER  
Page 001/002  
Regarding MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended  
formats) and Joliet  
Maximum number of files (tracks) and folders (groups)  
recognizable: 999 files (tracks) and 99 folders (groups)  
This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of  
the disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.  
Operation may take time to complete when there are many files  
(tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some may not display or be  
playable.  
Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups.  
2 Press [e, r] to select the track and  
press [ENTER].  
Play starts on the selected track.  
“ ” indicates the track currently playing.  
You can also select the track with the numbered buttons.  
e.g., 5: [0] [0] [5]  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
Using the tree screen to find a group  
While the file list is displayed  
1 Press [q] while a track is highlighted to  
display the tree screen.  
The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is  
displayed on a computer.  
Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files  
(tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the order you  
numbered them.  
G: Selected group no. /Total group no.  
If the group has no track, “– –” is  
displayed as group number.  
This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.  
Depending on the recording, some items may not be playable.  
Menu  
Tree  
Regarding MP3  
File format: MP3  
G
T
8
MP3 music  
001 My favorite  
001 Brazilian pops  
002 Chinese pops  
003 Czech pops  
004 Hungarian pops  
005 Liner notes  
G
7/25  
14  
Total  
40/111  
Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.  
Bit rates: 32 kbps to 320 kbps  
No.  
--  
0
9
You cannot select  
groups that contain  
no compatible files.  
006 Japanese pops  
007 Mexican pops  
008 Philippine pops  
009 Swedish pops  
001 Momoko  
Sampling frequency: 16kHz/22.05kHz/24kHz/32kHz/44.1kHz/  
48kHz  
002 Standard number  
001 Piano solo  
ENTER  
002 Vocal  
This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.  
Regarding still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
File format: JPEG, TIFF (non-compressed RGB chunky format)  
Files must have the extension “.jpg”, “.JPG”, “.tif” and “.TIF”.  
Number of pixels: 34 x 34 to 6144 x 4096  
(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)  
2 Press [e, r] to select a group and press  
[ENTER].  
The file list for the group appears.  
Operation may take time to complete when playing TIFF format  
still pictures.  
To show other pages  
Press [u, i].  
MOTION JPEG is not supported.  
To exit the screen  
Press [TOP MENU].  
You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) on this unit by  
making folders as shown below. However, depending on how  
you create the disc (writing software), play may not be in the  
order you numbered the folders.  
Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
CD  
Playback mode is set to MP3.  
You can play CD-R/CD-RW discs  
If you want to play picture (JPEG),  
which contain still pictures (JPEG/  
TIFF) that have been recorded and  
finalized (page 36) on a  
computer.  
select JPEG Menu from Menu in FUNCTIONS.  
When the highest level folders are “DCIM” folders, they are  
displayed first on the tree.  
ENTER  
Structure of MP3 folders  
Prefix with 3-digit numbers in  
the order you want to play  
them.  
Structure of still pictures  
(JPEG/TIFF)  
Files inside a folder are  
displayed in the order they  
were updated or taken.  
The screen shown at right is  
displayed when you insert a disc  
containing MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
Select JPEG menu before performing the following steps below.  
(page 23, To select JPEG Menu)  
tree  
tree  
P0000001.jpg  
P0000002.jpg  
002 Folder  
1 Press [TOP MENU].  
001Group  
JPEG Menu  
CD(JPEG)  
Picture(JPEG) View  
001track.mp3  
002track.mp3  
003track.mp3  
P0000003.jpg  
P0000004.jpg  
P0000005.jpg  
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Folder  
Order of  
play  
Order of  
play  
001  
002  
006  
003  
007  
004  
002Group  
003 Folder  
005  
008  
003Group  
004 Folder  
001track.mp3  
P0000006.jpg  
002track.mp3  
003track.mp3  
004track.mp3  
P0000007.jpg  
P0000008.jpg  
P0000009.jpg  
009  
---  
---  
---  
RQT8009  
001track.mp3  
002track.mp3  
003track.mp3  
P0000010.jpg  
P0000011.jpg  
P0000012.jpg  
Page 01/01  
Previous  
Next  
Play  
22  
To display still pictures one by one  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the still  
After Step1 (page 22, Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF))  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Folder”  
and press [SUB MENU].  
picture and press [ENTER].  
The selected still picture is displayed on the screen.  
You can also select still pictures with the number buttons.  
e.g., 5: [0] [0] [5]  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
Start Slide Show  
Slide Interval  
To select another folder  
While the JPEG Menu is displayed  
1 Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Folder” and  
press [ENTER].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “Start Slide  
F: Selected folder no./Total folder no.  
Show” and press [ENTER].  
JPEG Menu  
CD(JPEG)  
Select Folder  
F
1/21  
To change the slide interval  
12 02 2004  
image001  
image002  
image003  
image004  
image005  
image006  
image007  
image008  
image009  
image010  
DATA1  
1
In step 2 above, press [e, r] to select “Slide Interval” and press  
[ENTER].  
Slide Interval  
You cannot  
Set Slide Show Interval.  
select folders  
that contain no  
compatible files.  
DATA2  
Display Interval  
30sec.  
ENTER  
Press ENTER to confirm.  
ENTER  
2 Press [e, r] to select the folder and press  
2
Press [w, q] to select the slide interval and press [ENTER].  
You can select a slide interval between 0-30 seconds.  
[ENTER].  
To display the previous or next still picture during play  
Press [w, q].  
To rotate and zoom in / zoom out  
1
While playing,  
To show other pages  
Press [u, i].  
Press [SUB MENU].  
To exit the menu screen  
Press [TOP MENU].  
Rotate Right  
Rotate Left  
Zoom in  
The “Zoom in / Zoom out” function is  
only available for still pictures smaller  
To select JPEG Menu  
ENTER  
than 640 x 480 pixels.  
1 Press [ENTER].  
2 Press [e, r] to select the item and  
2 Press [FUNCTIONS].  
press [ENTER].  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
Off VOL_200411291118  
Playback Mode: MP3  
CD(MP3/JPEG)  
To return the picture to its original size  
Playback  
Schedule  
MENU  
1
Press [SUB MENU].  
2
Press [e, r] to select “Zoom out” and press [ENTER].  
SCHEDULE  
To return the rotated picture to its original position  
3 Press [e, r] to select “MENU” and  
1
Press [SUB MENU].  
press [ENTER].  
2
Press [e, r] to select the opposite rotation button and press  
[ENTER].  
Menus  
Select a playback mode from  
the following menus.  
Note  
The rotation and enlargement information will not be stored.  
When zooming in, the picture may be cut off.  
MP3 Menu  
JPEG Menu  
ENTER  
To view the picture properties  
4 Press [e, r] to select “JPEG Menu”  
Press [STATUS] twice.  
11/30 12:03 AM  
and press [ENTER].  
Date  
11/26/2004  
No.  
2/ 30  
Shooting date  
To exit the picture properties screen  
Press [STATUS].  
RQT8009  
23  
Using on-screen menus  
Disc menu–Setting disc content  
Soundtrack  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
The disc’s audio attributes appear.  
DVD-V DVD-A  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
Select the audio and language (below, Audio attribute,  
Language).  
Subtitle  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR) (Only discs that contain subtitle  
on/off information)  
AUDIO  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
DVD-V DVD-A  
CM SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Turn the subtitle on/off and select the language  
(below, Language).  
Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using this unit.  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
If the subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs, turn  
the subtitles off.  
FUNCTIONS  
Audio channel RAM  
-RW(VR) VCD  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
page 20, Changing audio during play  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Angle  
DVD-V DVD-A  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
Change the number to select an angle.  
STATUS  
DISPLAY  
Still-P (Still picture)  
DVD-A  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
CREATE  
Selects the play method for still pictures.  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
Slide Show: Plays according to the default order on the disc.  
Page:  
Select the still picture number and play.  
RANDOM: Plays in random order.  
Return:  
Returns to the default still picture on the disc.  
PBC (Playback control page 36)  
VCD  
Indicates whether menu play (playback control) is on or off.  
(unchangeable)  
You may have to use the menus (page 20) on the disc to make  
changes.  
Common procedures  
The display changes according to the disc content. You cannot  
1
While playing,  
change anything when there is no recording.  
Press [DISPLAY].  
Audio attribute  
Disc  
Play  
Video  
Audio  
LPCM/PPCM/%Digital/DTS/MPEG:  
Signal type  
Digital 2/0 ch  
1
Soundtrack  
Off  
Subtitle  
k (kHz):  
Sampling frequency  
Number of bits  
L R  
Audio channel  
b (bit):  
Other  
ch (channel):  
Number of channels  
Menu  
Item  
Setting  
Language  
Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped,  
etc.) and disc contents, there are some items that you  
cannot select or change.  
ENG: English  
FRA: French  
DEU: German  
ITA: Italian  
ESP: Spanish  
NLD: Dutch  
SVE: Swedish  
NOR: Norwegian  
DAN: Danish  
CHI: Chinese  
KOR: Korean  
MAL: Malay  
2 Press [e, r] to select the menu and  
POR: Portuguese VIE: Vietnamese  
RUS: Russian  
THA: Thai  
Others  
press [q].  
JPN: Japanese  
:
3 Press [e, r] to select the item and  
press [q].  
Play menu–Change play sequence  
This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed.  
Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that  
can be selected will differ.  
4 Press [e, r] to select the setting.  
Some items can be changed by pressing [ENTER].  
Repeat play  
To clear the on-screen menus  
Press [DISPLAY].  
All  
(excluding MP3 discs)  
VCD  
CD  
Chapter  
Group  
Playlists  
Title  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R DVD-V -RW(VR)  
(MP3 discs only)  
DVD-A CD  
RAM  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R DVD-V -RW(VR)  
RQT8009  
Track  
Select “OFF” to cancel.  
DVD-A CD VCD  
24  
FUNCTIONS window and  
Status messages  
Video menu–Change picture quality  
FUNCTIONS window  
By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main  
functions quickly and easily.  
Picture RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR)  
To select the picture mode during play  
Normal: Default setting  
1
While stopped  
Soft:  
Soft picture with fewer video artifacts  
Fine:  
Details are sharper  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes.  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
Off DOCUMENTARY  
Cartridge Protection Off  
Disc Protection Off  
DVD-RAM  
MPEG-DNR RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR)  
Playback  
Schedule  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
Reduces noise and picture degradation.  
On←→Off  
SCHEDULE  
VCR Plus+  
Progressive (page 36)  
Select “On” to enable progressive output.  
Select “Off” if the picture is stretched horizontally.  
Other Functions  
ENTER  
When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be  
displayed.  
Functions displayed depend on the type of disc.  
Transfer (When “Progressive” is set to “On”.)  
Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit  
the type of material being played (page 36, Film and video).  
2 Press [e, r] to select an item and  
press [ENTER].  
Auto1 (normal):  
If you select “Other Functions”, press [e, r] to select an  
Detects 24 frame-per-second film content and  
appropriately converts it.  
item and press [ENTER].  
Auto2: Compatible with 30 frame-per-second film content in  
addition to 24 frame-per-second film content.  
Video: Select when using Auto1 and Auto2, and the video  
content is distorted.  
To exit the FUNCTIONS window  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Line-in NR (Only when IN1, IN2 or IN3 is selected.)  
Status messages  
Reduces video tape noise while dubbing.  
Depending on the software, jittering may occur.  
Status messages appear on the television during operation to show  
the condition of the unit.  
Automatic:  
Noise reduction only works on picture input from a  
video tape.  
Press [STATUS].  
The display changes each time you press the button.  
On:  
Off:  
Noise reduction works for any video input.  
Type of disc  
DVD-RAM  
Rec.  
Play  
Noise reduction is off. Select when you want to record  
input as is.  
Recording or play status/input  
channel  
Audio type  
Only when you have selected “480p” in “TV Type” (page 14).  
Stereo  
Audio menu–Change sound effect  
Available recording time  
and recording mode  
Date and time  
V.S.S. RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR)  
(Dolby Digital, 2-channel or over only)  
g
Enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers  
only.  
Remain  
12/24 6:34 PM  
1:45 SP  
g
g
T12 0:12.34 SP  
T12 0:01.23 SP  
Turn V.S.S. off if it causes distortion.  
V.S.S. does not work for SAP recordings.  
Title number and elapsed  
time during recording/  
Recording mode  
Title number and elapsed  
time during play/  
Recording mode  
Dialog Enhancer RAM  
(Dolby Digital, 3-channel or over only, including a center channel)  
-RW(V) +R DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR)  
The volume of the center channel is raised to make dialog  
easier to hear.  
No display  
Other menu–Change the display  
position  
Position  
1 (Standard) - 5: The higher the setting the lower the screen moves.  
RQT8009  
25  
Editing titles/chapters  
Editing titles/chapters and playing  
chapters  
Preparation  
Release protection (page 30). RAM  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
1
During play or while stopped  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the title.  
AUDIO  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View  
DVD-RAM  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
07  
08  
- -  
SLOW/SEARCH  
u, i  
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- -  
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- -  
- -  
q
h
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Page 02/02  
Previous  
Next  
DIRECT  
Play  
S
SUB MENU  
Select  
Previous  
Next  
NAVIGATOR  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
To show other pages  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
[ENTER].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
You can also press [u, i] to show other pages.  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
Multiple editing  
Select with [e, r, w, q] and press [h]. (Repeat.)  
A check mark appears. Press [h] again to cancel.  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
3
Press [SUB MENU], then [  
the operation and press [ENTER].  
If you select “Edit Title”, press [e, r] to select the operation  
and press [ENTER] (page 27).  
e
,
r
] to select  
RAM  
Title/Chapter  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Title Name  
Setup Protection  
Cancel Protection  
Refer to “Title  
operations”.  
Programs are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter.  
Shorten Title  
Change Thumbnail  
Divide Title  
Erase Title  
Properties  
Edit Title  
Title  
Chapter  
View Chapters  
Start  
End  
If you select “View Chapters”  
You can divide a title into multiple chapters. RAM  
(page 21, 27, Create Chapter)  
4 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the  
chapter.  
Title  
To start play Press [ENTER].  
To edit Step 5.  
Chapter  
Chapter  
Chapter  
Chapter  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Chapter View  
DVD-RAM  
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001  
---  
---  
---  
---  
---  
---  
You can change the order of chapters and create a playlist  
(page 28). RAM  
0:00.00  
---  
---  
---  
---  
---  
Titles are divided into about 5-minute chapters after finalizing (➔  
page 31).  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Page 01/01  
Previous  
Next  
Play  
S
SUB MENU  
Select  
The maximum number of items on a disc:  
–Titles: 99 ( 49 titles)  
–Chapters: Approximately 1000 (  
To show other pages/Multiple editing (above)  
+R  
5
Press [SUB MENU], then [e, r] to select  
the operation and press [ENTER].  
Approximately 254)  
+R  
(Depends on the state of recording.)  
Erase Chapter  
Note  
Create Chapter  
Refer to “Chapter  
operations”.  
Once erased, divided or shortened, a title cannot be restored to its  
original state. Make certain before proceeding.  
Combine Chapters  
View Titles  
You cannot edit during recording or chasing play.  
Preparation  
You can go back to the Title View.  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
Turn the unit on.  
Insert the disc with the title to edit.  
To exit the screen  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
RQT8009  
To return to the previous screen  
26  
Press [RETURN].  
Title operations  
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding.  
Erase Title  
The available recording space on DVD-R or +R does not increase when you erase titles.  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded title is  
erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
Information (e.g., time and date) is shown.  
Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.  
Properties  
Properties  
Dinosaur  
No. 01  
Date 6/20/2002 Wed Rec. time 2:15 (SP)  
Ch.  
Start  
10:00 AM  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
4
-RW(VR)  
ENTER  
You can give names to recorded titles.  
page 31, Entering text  
Title Name  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
If set, this will protect the title from accidental erasure.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title V  
DVD-RAM  
Setup Protection  
Cancel Protection  
RAM  
Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].  
The lock symbol appears when the title is protected.  
07  
08  
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- -  
8 10/27 Mo  
- -  
You can remove unnecessary parts of the recording such as commercials.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Partial Erase  
DVD-RAM  
1
Press [ENTER] at the start point and end point of the  
08  
Play  
Start  
Shorten Title  
End  
section you want to erase.  
Next  
RAM  
2
Exit  
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
Select “Next” and press [ENTER] to erase other sections.  
0:43.21  
(below, “For quicker  
Start  
-:- -.-  
End  
-:- -.-  
editing”)  
-
-
-
-
3
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
ENTER  
You can change the image to be shown as a thumbnail picture in the Title  
View.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Change Thumbnail  
DVD-RAM  
08  
Change  
1
Press [q] (PLAY) to start play.  
Change Thumbnail  
2
Exit  
Press [ENTER] when the image you want to use as a  
thumbnail is shown.  
To change the thumbnail  
0:00.01  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Start play and select  
the thumbnail position.  
Change  
(below, “For quicker  
editing”)  
00:00.01  
ENTER  
Restart play and press [e, r] to select “Change”, then press [ENTER] at  
the point you want to use as the thumbnail.  
3
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
You can divide a title into two.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title  
DVD-RAM  
1
Press [ENTER] at the point you want to divide the title.  
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
Press [w, q] to select “Divide” and press [ENTER].  
Play  
08  
Preview  
Divide  
2
Exit  
3
0:00.11  
To confirm the division point  
Divide Title  
Divide  
--:--.--  
Press [e, r] to select “Preview” and press [ENTER]. (The unit plays 10  
seconds before and after the division point.)  
To change the division point  
RAM  
ENTER  
(below, “For quicker  
editing”)  
Restart play and press [e, r] to select “Divide”, then press [ENTER] at the point you want to change.  
Note  
The divided titles retain the name and CPRM property (page 36) of the original title.  
Video and audio just before and after the dividing point may momentarily cut out.  
Multiple editing is possible.  
Chapter operations  
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding.  
Erase Chapter  
RAM  
1
Press [ENTER] at the point you want to divide.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Create Chapter  
DVD-RAM  
08  
PLAY  
Repeat this step to divide at other points.  
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
Create Chapter  
RAM  
Create  
Exit  
2
0:43.21  
(below, “For quicker  
editing”)  
ENTER  
Press [w, q] to select “Combine” and press [ENTER].  
The selected chapter and following chapter are combined.  
Combine Chapters  
RAM  
Multiple editing is possible.  
For quicker editing  
Use search, Time Slip or slow-motion (page 21) to find the desired point.  
Press [u, i] to skip to the end of a title.  
RQT8009  
27  
Creating, editing and playing playlists  
3 Press [e, r] to select “PLAYLISTS”  
and press [ENTER].  
AUDIO  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Playlist View  
CANCEL  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
- -  
- -  
- -  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Create  
- -  
- -  
- -  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Page 01/01  
Previous  
Next  
FUNCTIONS  
Play  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
4 Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Create”  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
and press [ENTER].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
5 Press [w, q] to select the source title  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
and press [r].  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
Press [ENTER] to select all the chapters in the title, then  
CREATE  
skip to step 7.  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Create  
08 8 10/27 Mon  
Source Title  
01  
You can arrange the chapters (page 26) to create a playlist.  
Title Title  
Page 01/01  
Page 001/001  
Page 001/001  
02  
---  
---  
---  
Source Chapter  
001  
002  
003  
Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter  
Chapters in PLAYLIST  
6 Press [w, q] to select the chapter you  
Playlist Chapter Chapter  
want to add to a playlist and press  
[ENTER].  
Editing playlists doesn’t modify the recorded data.  
Press [e] to cancel.  
Playlists are not recorded separately so this doesn’t use much  
capacity.  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Create  
RAM  
08 8 10/27 Mon  
Source Title  
01  
Page 01/01  
Page 001/001  
Page 001/001  
02  
---  
---  
---  
The maximum number of items on a disc:  
–Playlists: 99  
–Chapters in playlists: Approximately 1000  
(Depends on the state of recording.)  
Source Chapter  
001  
002  
003  
Chapters in PLAYLIST  
---  
---  
---  
---  
If you exceed the maximum numbers of items for a disc, all the  
items entered will not be recorded.  
You can also create a new chapter from the source title.  
Press [SUB MENU] to select “Create Chapter” and press  
[ENTER] (page 27, Create Chapter).  
Creating playlists  
RAM  
7 Press [w, q] to select the position to  
Preparation  
Turn the unit on.  
insert the chapter and press [ENTER].  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Create  
the connections to this unit.  
08 8 10/27 Mon  
Source Title  
01  
Insert the disc with the title to edit.  
Page 01/01  
Page 001/001  
Page 001/001  
02  
---  
---  
---  
Release protection (page 30).  
Source Chapter  
001  
002  
003  
You cannot create or edit a playlist while recording.  
Chapters in PLAYLIST  
---  
---  
---  
---  
1
While stopped  
Press RETURN to exit.  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Press [e] to select other source titles.  
Repeat steps 6–7 to add other chapters.  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Other  
Functions” and press [ENTER].  
8 Press [RETURN].  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
Off DOCUMENTARY  
DVD-RAM  
Cartridge Protection Off  
Disc Protection Off  
Playback  
Schedule  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
PLAYLISTS  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
FLEXIBLE RECORDING  
SCHEDULE  
VCR Plus+  
SETUP  
To return to the previous screen  
DISC MANAGEMENT  
Press [RETURN].  
RQT8009  
Other Functions  
Return  
ENTER  
28  
Editing and playing playlists/chapters  
Playlist operations  
-RW(VR)  
RAM  
(play only)  
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press  
[ENTER].  
Erase  
Playlist  
RAM  
1
While stopped  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Other  
Playlist information (e.g., length and date) is  
shown.  
Functions” and press [ENTER].  
Press [ENTER]  
to exit the  
Properties  
Properties  
Dinosaur  
3 Press [e, r] to select “PLAYLISTS”  
-RW(VR)  
RAM  
screen.  
No.  
01  
Date  
6/20/2002 Wed  
Chapters  
012  
Length 0:30.05  
and press [ENTER].  
ENTER  
4
Press [  
e
,
r
,
w
,
q
] to select the playlist.  
page 28, Creating playlists, Step 5-8  
RAM  
RAM  
Create  
Copy  
To start play Press [ENTER].  
To edit Step 5.  
Press [w, q] to select “Copy” and press  
[ENTER].  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Playlist View  
page 31, Entering text  
Playlist  
Name  
01  
- -  
- -  
RAM  
Create  
10/27 Mon 0:30  
- -  
page 27, Change Thumbnail  
- -  
- -  
Change  
Thumbnail  
RAM  
To show other pages/Multiple editing (page 26)  
5 Press [SUB MENU], then [e, r] to  
Multiple editing is possible.  
select the operation and press  
[ENTER].  
Chapter operations  
RAM  
If you select “Edit”, press [e, r] to select the operation and  
press [ENTER].  
Editing chapters in a playlist does not modify the source titles and  
Create  
source chapters.  
Copy  
Refer to “Playlist  
operations”.  
Playlist Name  
page 28, Creating playlists, Step 5-8  
Erase Playlist  
Add  
Change Thumbnail  
Properties  
Chapter  
Edit  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the position to  
insert the chapter and press [ENTER].  
View Chapters  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Move Chapter  
If you select “View Chapters”  
08 10/27 Mon 0:30  
001  
---  
002  
---  
---  
---  
---  
Move  
Chapter  
6 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the  
---  
chapter.  
---  
---  
---  
---  
To start play Press [ENTER].  
To edit Step 7.  
Page 01/01  
Previous  
Next  
ENTER  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Chapter View  
08 10/27 Mon 0:30  
page 27, Create Chapter  
page 27, Combine Chapters  
page 27, Erase Chapter  
Create  
Chapter  
Combine  
Chapters  
Erase  
001  
---  
002  
---  
---  
---  
---  
0:00.00  
---  
---  
---  
---  
---  
To show other pages/Multiple editing (page 26)  
7 Press [SUB MENU], then [e, r] to  
Chapter  
select the operation and press  
[ENTER].  
Multiple editing is possible.  
Add Chapter  
Move Chapter  
Refer to “Chapter operations”.  
Create Chapter  
Combine Chapters  
Erase Chapter  
View Playlists  
You can go back to the Playlist View.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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Disc management  
CANCEL  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
Erasing all titles–Erase All Titles  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
RAM  
u, i  
Preparation  
Release protection (left).  
steps 1-3 (left)  
g
h
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Erase All  
FUNCTIONS  
Titles” and press [ENTER].  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
5 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and press  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
RETURN  
[ENTER].  
6 Press [w, q] to select “Start” and  
Preparation  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
press [ENTER].  
the connections to this unit.  
A message appears when finished.  
Turn the unit on.  
Insert the disc to be managed.  
7 Press [ENTER].  
1
While stopped  
Note  
Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be  
restored. Make certain before proceeding.  
Erasing all video titles will result in all playlists also being erased.  
Erase does not work if one or more titles are protected.  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Other  
Functions” and press [ENTER].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “DISC  
MANAGEMENT” and press [ENTER].  
Erasing all contents of a disc–Format  
Disc  
Select which step 4 to perform depending on what you want to  
do next.  
RAM  
-RW(V) -RW(VR)  
Setting the protection  
RAM  
Note  
Formatting erases all contents, and it cannot be restored.  
Check carefully before proceeding. The contents are erased  
when you format it even if you have set protection.  
steps 1-3 (above)  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Disc  
Protection” and press [ENTER].  
Preparation  
Release protection (left).  
steps 1-3 (left)  
5 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and  
press [ENTER].  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Format Disc”  
DISC  
MANAGEMENT  
DVD-RAM  
Titles 11  
Used 0 : 22  
Free 5:38 (EP)  
and press [ENTER].  
Disc Name  
Disc Protection  
Erase All Titles  
5 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and press  
Off  
[ENTER].  
The lock symbol appears closed  
when the disc is write-protected.  
6 Press [w, q] to select “Start” and  
press [ENTER].  
Setting the protection for the whole disc  
A message appears when formatting is finished.  
For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge  
7 Press [ENTER].  
With the write-protect tab in the protect position,  
play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.  
Note  
PROTECT  
Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while  
formatting. This can render the disc unusable.  
Formatting normally takes a few minutes. However, it may take up  
to a maximum of 70 minutes.  
Providing a disc with a name  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
To stop formatting  
Preparation  
Press [RETURN].  
Release protection (above).  
(You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc  
must be reformatted if you do this.)  
steps 1-3 (above)  
Formatting cannot be performed on DVD-R, +R or CD-R/RW.  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Disc Name”  
You can format DVD-RW only as DVD-Video format on this unit.  
and press [ENTER].  
When a disc has been formatted using this unit, it may not be  
page 31, Entering text  
possible to use it on any other equipment.  
The disc name is displayed in the FUNCTIONS window.  
With a finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and  
+R, the name is displayed in the Top Menu.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
DVD-RAM  
Off DOCUMENTARY  
Cartridge Protection  
Disc Protection Off  
My favorite  
01  
01/02  
O
02  
Chapter  
Chapter  
1
2
To return to the previous screen  
Playback  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
Press [RETURN].  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
RQT8009  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
30  
Entering text  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Enabling DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video  
format) or +R to be played on other  
equipment–Finalize  
You can give names to recorded titles, etc.  
The maximum number of characters:  
-R  
RAM  
Characters  
Characters  
-RW(V) +R  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Title  
Title  
Disc  
44  
40  
64 (44 )  
64  
steps 1-3 (page 30)  
Playlist  
Disc  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Playback will  
64  
start with:” and press [ENTER].  
Scheduled recording  
Press [e, r] to select “Top Menu” or “First Title” and  
press [ENTER].  
If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens.  
You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing.  
Top Menu: The top menu appears first.  
First Title: The disc content is played without displaying the  
top menu.  
1 Show Enter Name screen.  
Title (scheduled recording) (page 18 and 19, Step 3)  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Finalize” and  
Title  
(page 26, Step 3)  
(page 29, Step 5)  
Playlist  
Disc  
press [ENTER].  
(page 30, “Providing a disc with a name”)  
6 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and press  
[ENTER].  
Name field: shows the text you have entered  
7 Press [w, q] to select “Start” and  
Title Name  
_
press [ENTER].  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
1
A
D
G
J
2
B
E
H
K
N
Q
U
X
,
3
C
F
I
4
5
a
6
b
e
7
c
f
8
9
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0
A message appears when finished.  
d
g
j
/
%
&
h
k
i
#
8 Press [ENTER].  
L
O
R
V
Y
?
l
@
_
Erase  
Phrase Save  
Phrase List  
m
n
o
[
]
(
M
P
T
Finalizing starts.  
S
p
t
q
u
x
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r
s
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You cannot cancel finalizing.  
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}
Set  
W
.
Z
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w
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y
:
z
;
|
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Note  
Space  
ENTER  
When finalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it may take  
longer than displayed on the confirmation screen (approximately four  
times).  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select a  
After finalizing  
-R +R  
character and press [ENTER].  
Repeat this step to enter other characters.  
The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer  
record or edit.  
To erase a character  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the character in the name field  
and press [h].  
-RW(V)  
You can record and edit the disc after formatting  
(left) although it becomes play-only after finalizing.  
Using the numbered buttons to enter characters  
Titles are divided into about 5-minute chapters.  
This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode  
of recording.  
e.g., entering the letter “R”  
1
Press [7] to move to the 7th row.  
2
Press [7] twice to highlight “R”.  
Press [ENTER].  
There is a pause of several seconds between titles and chapters  
during play.  
3
To enter a space  
Press [ CANCEL] and  
press [ENTER].  
Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while finalizing.  
This will render the disc unusable.  
Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes.  
To save frequently used phrases  
Maximum number of saved phrases: 20  
Maximum number of characters per phrase: 20  
You cannot finalize DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R  
recorded on other manufacturers’ equipment.  
1
Press [i] while the phrase to be saved is shown in  
DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R finalized on this unit  
may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the  
recording.  
the name field.  
2
Press [w] to select “Save” and press [ENTER].  
To cancel saving phrase  
Press [RETURN].  
To recall a saved phrase  
Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs.  
For U.S.A.:  
http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R  
For Canada: www.panasonic.ca  
1
Press [u].  
2
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the phrase to be recalled  
and press [ENTER].  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To erase a saved phrase  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
1
Press [u].  
2
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the phrase to be erased  
and press [SUB MENU].  
3
4
5
Press [ENTER].  
Press [w] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Press [RETURN].  
3 Press [g] (Set).  
Returns to the previously displayed screen.  
To end partway  
Press [RETURN].  
Text is not saved.  
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Changing the unit’s settings  
Summary of settings  
See page 34 for details on menu operation.  
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.  
Tabs  
Menus  
Signal Source (RF IN) (page 11)  
Set Channels Automatically (page 11)  
Preset Channel Captions (page 13)  
Manual Channel Captions (page 13)  
VCR Plus+ Ch. Settings (page 12)  
Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)  
Antenna  
CableTV  
Channel  
Off Timer  
2 Hours  
6 Hours  
Off  
Setup  
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.  
Remote Control Code (page 14)  
Clock Settings  
Set Code 1 Set Code 2 Set Code 3  
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.  
Set Clock Automatically (page 34)  
Set Clock Manually (page 34)  
Adjust Time Zone (page 34)  
–1  
0  
+1  
Quick Start  
On  
Off  
A few seconds after turning on the unit, you can start recording to  
DVD-RAM.  
Power consumption is also higher when the unit is turned off if  
this is set to “On”.  
Restore Default Settings  
Yes  
No  
This returns all values in the SETUP menus, except for the clock,  
channel settings, ratings level, and on-screen language, to the  
default settings.  
Settings for Playback  
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.  
Disc  
8 No Limit:  
1 to 7:  
All DVD-Video can be played.  
Ratings  
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.  
Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding  
ratings recorded on them.  
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password  
with the numbered buttons when the password screen is  
shown.  
0 Lock All:  
Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.  
Unlock Recorder  
Change Password  
Temporary Unlock  
Change Level  
Do not forget your password.  
Video Mode (Video On):  
Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode  
Select “Video Mode (Video On)” to play DVD-Video content  
on some DVD-Audio.  
The setting returns to “Audio Mode (Video Off)” when  
you change the disc or turn the unit off.  
Audio Mode (Video Off)  
Some discs start in a certain English  
French  
Spanish  
DVD-V  
Audio Language  
language despite any  
Original: The original language of each disc will be selected.  
changes you make here.  
Other  
Automatic:  
Enter a code (page 36)  
with the numbered buttons  
when you select  
DVD-V  
Subtitle Language  
If the language selected for “Audio Language” is not available,  
subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on  
that disc.  
“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.  
English  
English  
French  
French  
Spanish Other  
Spanish Other  
DVD-V  
Menu Language  
Settings for Recording  
Press [ENTER] to show the following setting.  
EP–Extended Play (6H):  
You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.  
EP–Extended Play (8H):  
You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.  
Recording Time in EP Mode  
Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP  
mode (page 15, Recording modes and approximate  
recording times).  
Automatic  
Video  
Still Mode  
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play  
(page 36, Frames and fields).  
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.  
Continued on next page  
RQT8009  
32  
Tabs  
Video  
Menus  
Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)  
Black Level Control  
Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to the desired setting for picture enhancement.  
Lighter  
Darker  
Continued  
Input Level  
Adjusts the black level of the input signal.  
Lighter  
Darker  
Output Level (Composite/SVideo)  
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the VIDEO OUT  
and S VIDEO OUT terminal.  
Lighter  
Normal  
Darker  
Output Level (Component)  
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the COMPONENT  
VIDEO OUT (Y/PB/PR) terminals.  
On:  
Off:  
Audio  
Dynamic Range Compression  
(Dolby Digital only)  
DVD-V  
Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.  
Main  
Secondary Audio Program (SAP)  
Select MTS  
Select whether to record the main or secondary audio program (SAP)  
when recording to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R.  
(You cannot change secondary audio when recording audio to DVD-R,  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R from an external source.)  
Digital Audio Output  
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (page 9).  
Press [ENTER] to display the menu.  
On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz.  
(Choose when the connected equipment cannot  
process signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz  
or 88.2 kHz.)  
Off: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.  
(Choose when the connected equipment can process  
signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or  
88.2 kHz.)  
PCM Down Conversion  
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or  
88.2 kHz.  
Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the above  
settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz  
or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.  
Bitstream: When connecting to equipment displaying the  
Dolby Digital logo.  
Select how to output the signal, to output  
“Bitstream” so the connected equipment  
decodes the signal, or to decode on this unit  
and output the signal as “PCM” (2 channel).  
Dolby Digital  
DTS  
PCM:  
When connecting to equipment not displaying  
the Dolby Digital logo.  
Bitstream: When connecting to equipment displaying the  
Note  
DTS logo.  
Not making the proper settings may result in  
noise, possibly damaging your hearing and  
speakers, and digital recording may not work  
properly.  
PCM:  
When connecting to equipment not displaying  
the DTS logo.  
Automatic  
English  
On  
Off  
Display  
Status Messages  
Choose whether to show status messages automatically.  
Español Français  
On-screen Language  
Choose the language for these menus and on-screen messages.  
Off  
Blue Background  
Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the blue  
background when reception is weak.  
Bright  
Automatic:  
Dim  
Front Display  
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.  
The display turns dark during play, and reappears  
momentarily if a button is pressed. When the unit is turned  
off all displays disappear. While using this mode the  
standby power consumption can be reduced.  
Aspect 4: 3 & 480i  
Aspect 4: 3 & 480p  
TV  
Screen  
TV Type (page 14)  
Aspect 16: 9 & 480i  
Aspect 16: 9 & 480p  
Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit):  
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan  
(unless prohibited by the producer of the disc).  
4: 3 TV Settings for DVD-Video  
Select how DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4: 3 standard  
aspect television.  
Letterbox (Shrink to fit):  
Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox  
style.  
4: 3:  
Titles played as recorded.  
Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit):  
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as  
4: 3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM  
Select how DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4: 3 standard  
aspect television.  
Pan & Scan.  
Letterbox (Shrink to fit):  
Video recorded for a widescreen is played in  
the letterbox style.  
RQT8009  
33  
Changing the unit’s settings  
Set Clock Automatically  
SETUP  
Numbered  
buttons  
Auto Clock Setting is complete.  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
Video  
Audio  
AUDIO  
4/4/2002 12:15 AM  
DST............. On  
Time Zone.... CST  
CANCEL  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
If the time was not set correctly, use manual clock setting or time  
zone adjust.  
DST, Daylight Saving Time, shows the summertime setting.  
Time Zone shows the time difference from Greenwich Mean Time  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
(GMT).  
EST (Eastern Standard Time) = GMT –5  
CST (Central Standard Time) = GMT –6  
MST (Mountain Standard Time) = GMT –7  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
PST (Pacific Standard Time)  
= GMT –8  
SUB MENU  
SCHEDULE  
RETURN  
AST (Alaska Standard Time) = GMT –9  
HST (Hawaii Standard Time) = GMT –10  
For other areas: xx hr  
RETURN  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
6 Press [ENTER].  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
To cancel partway  
Press [RETURN].  
SETUP  
Common procedures  
Adjust Time Zone  
Preparation  
Adjust the time zone (–1 or +1) if it was not set correctly with auto  
clock setting.  
You cannot change this setting if you set the clock manually.  
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Adjust Time  
Turn the unit on.  
1
While stopped  
Zone” and press [ENTER].  
Press [SETUP].  
Adjust Time Zone  
SETUP  
Tabs  
Menus  
Options  
1
0
1
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
SETUP  
CableTV  
Signal Source (RF IN)  
Set Channels Automatically  
Channel Captions  
Preset Channel Captions  
Video  
Channel  
Setup  
5 Press [e, r] to select “–1” or “+1” and  
2 Press [e, r] to select the tab and  
press [ENTER].  
press [q].  
Set Clock Manually  
3 Press [e, r] to select the menu and  
press [ENTER].  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Set Clock  
4 Press [e, r] to select the option and  
Manually” and press [ENTER].  
press [ENTER].  
Set Clock Manually  
SETUP  
Note  
There may be differences in operation methods. If this happens,  
follow the on-screen instructions for the operation.  
Month  
1
Day  
1
Year  
Hour  
Minute  
/
2000  
:
/
SAT 12  
00 AM  
Channel  
Setup  
Disc  
DST  
Off  
Time Zone  
EST  
Clock settings  
In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory  
for approximately 1 minute.  
Video  
5 Press [w, q] to select the item you  
1
While stopped  
want to change and press [e, r] to  
Press [SETUP].  
change the setting.  
DST (Daylight Saving Time): On or Off  
If you select “On”, the clock is advanced one hour starting at  
2 a.m. on the first Sunday in April and ending at 2 a.m. on  
the last Sunday in October.  
2 Press [e, r] to select “Setup” and  
press [q].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “Clock  
Time Zone (above)  
Settings” and press [ENTER].  
6 Press [ENTER].  
Set Clock Automatically  
The clock starts.  
When you change the time zone, the recording times for titles  
recorded before the time zone was changed also change to  
correspond to the new time zone.  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Set Clock  
Automatically” and press [ENTER].  
5 Press [ENTER].  
To exit the screen  
Press [SETUP].  
Auto setting starts. This can take some time, up to a few hours  
in some cases. The following screen appears when setting is  
complete.  
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To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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Specifications  
Recording system:  
DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM),  
Audio system  
Recording system:  
Input:  
DVD-Video format (DVD-R),  
DVD-Video format (DVD-RW)  
Dolby Digital (XP/SP/LP/EP)  
LINE (pin jack) ×3  
Reference input: 309 mVrms  
FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)  
Input impedance: 47 kΩ  
LINE (pin jack) ×1  
Optical pick-up:  
System with 1 lens, 2 integration units  
(662 nm wavelength for DVDs,  
795 nm wavelength for CDs)  
Output:  
Reference output: 309 mVrms  
FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)  
Output impedance: 1 kΩ  
(Load impedance: 10 k)  
Recordable discs:  
DVD-RAM :  
Ver. 2.0  
Ver. 2.1/3×–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0  
Ver. 2.2/5×–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0  
Number of channels:  
Recording:  
Playback:  
2 channels  
2 channels  
DVD-R :  
for General Ver. 2.0  
for General Ver. 2.0/4×–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0  
for General Ver. 2.x/8×–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0  
Other input/output connectors:  
Digital audio optical output connector  
DVD-RW :  
Operating temperature range:  
Operating humidity range:  
5 °C–40 °C (41 °F–104 °F)  
Ver. 1.1  
10 %–80 % RH (no condensation)  
Ver. 1.1/2×–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 1.0  
Ver. 1.2/4×–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0  
Clock unit:  
Quartz-controlled 12-hour digital display  
+R :  
LASER Specification  
Class 1 LASER Product  
Wave length:  
Ver. 1.0  
Ver. 1.1  
Ver. 1.2  
662 nm wavelength for DVDs, 795 nm wavelength for CDs  
Laser power:  
No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection  
Recording time:  
Maximum 8 hours (with 4.7 GB disc)  
XP: Approx. 60 minutes SP: Approx. 120 minutes  
LP: Approx. 240 minutes EP: Approx. 360 minutes or 480 minutes  
Power supply  
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Approx. 23 W  
Power consumption:  
Playable discs:  
DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R,  
+RW, DVD-VIDEO, DVD-AUDIO, Video CD, CD-Audio (CD-DA),  
CD-R/CD-RW (MP3, JPEG, CD-DA, Video CD formatted discs)  
Dimensions (W × H × D):  
Approx. 430 mm × 63 mm × 337 mm  
(Approx. 1615/16× 21/2× 135/16)  
(excluding protrusions)  
Video system  
Mass:  
Approx. 3.6 kg (7.94 lbs)  
TV system:  
Recording system:  
Input:  
NTSC color signal, 525 lines, 60 fields  
MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)  
Power consumption in standby mode: approx. 8.2 W  
LINE (pin jack) ×3,  
S connector ×3  
1.0 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
1.0 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
Y:  
C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
Note  
Output:  
LINE (pin jack) ×1,  
S connector ×1  
1.0 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
1.0 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Mass and dimensions are approximate.  
Y:  
C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
Component video output (480p/480i):  
Y:  
PB:  
PR:  
1.0 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
0.7 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
0.7 Vp-p; 75 Ω  
2 ch–69 ch, 75 Ω  
Antenna reception input:TV Channel:  
CATV Channel:  
1 ch–125 ch, 75 Ω  
Maintenance  
The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the  
environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust.  
Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.  
Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and  
viewing pleasure.  
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it  
impossible to record or play discs.  
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.  
Use the lens cleaner about once every year, depending on  
frequency of use and the operating environment. Read the lens  
cleaner’s instructions carefully before use.  
Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.  
Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the  
Lens cleaner: LF-K123LCA1 or RP-CL720 (On sale from May  
2005)  
instructions that came with the cloth.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”  
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
Pats. 5,307,173; 5,335,079; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; and  
4,706,121  
“DTS” and “DTS 2.0 + Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital  
Theater Systems, Inc.  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is  
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other  
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation  
and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection  
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and  
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless  
otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse  
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216,  
and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only.  
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar  
Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is  
manufactured under license from Gemstar Development  
Corporation.  
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from  
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.  
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Glossary  
A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but  
picture quality is generally better.  
Bitstream  
This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel)  
before it is decoded into its various channels.  
A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but  
there is no blurring.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Down-mixing  
This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on  
some discs into two channels for stereo output. 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.  
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.  
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.  
Pan & Scan: The sides are cut off so the  
picture fills the screen.  
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.  
Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top  
and bottom of the picture so the  
picture itself appears in an  
aspect ratio of 16:9.  
Film and video  
Playback control (PBC)  
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.  
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.)  
Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture film  
generally being 24 frames per second.  
Progressive/Interlace  
Video is 60 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).  
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.  
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, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R on this unit.  
After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer  
record or edit. You can record after formatting although it becomes  
play-only after finalizing, when you use DVD-RW.  
Protection  
You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or  
erasure protection.  
Formatting  
Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM  
Sampling frequency  
recordable on recording equipment.  
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.  
You can format DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format)  
on this unit.  
Formatting irrevocably erases 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.  
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.  
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=
Frame  
Field  
Field  
Language code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons.  
Abkhazian:  
Afar:  
6566 Catalan:  
6565 Chinese:  
6570 Corsican:  
8381 Croatian:  
6577 Czech:  
6582 Danish:  
7289 Dutch:  
6583 English:  
6589 Esperanto:  
6590 Estonian:  
6665 Faroese:  
6985 Fiji:  
6765 Gujarati:  
9072 Hausa:  
6779 Hebrew:  
7282 Hindi:  
7185 Lingala:  
7678 Rhaeto-Romance:  
7684  
Tamil:  
8465  
8484  
8469  
8472  
6679  
8473  
8479  
8482  
8475  
8487  
8575  
8582  
8590  
8673  
8679  
6789  
8779  
8872  
7473  
8979  
9085  
7265 Lithuanian:  
7387 Macedonian: 7775 Romanian:  
7273 Malagasy:  
7285 Malay:  
7383 Malayalam:  
7378 Maltese:  
7365 Maori:  
7165 Marathi:  
7384 Moldavian:  
7465 Mongolian:  
7487 Nauru:  
7578 Nepali:  
7583 Norwegian:  
7575 Oriya:  
8277 Tatar:  
8279 Telugu:  
8285 Thai:  
Afrikaans:  
Albanian:  
Ameharic:  
Arabic:  
Armenian:  
Assamese:  
Aymara:  
Azerbaijani:  
Bashkir:  
Basque:  
7771 Russian:  
7783 Samoan:  
7776 Sanskrit:  
6783 Hungarian:  
6865 Icelandic:  
7876 Indonesian:  
6978 Interlingua:  
6979 Irish:  
8377 Tibetan:  
8365 Tigrinya:  
7784 Scots Gaelic: 7168 Tonga:  
7773 Serbian: 8382 Turkish:  
7782 Serbo-Croatian:8372 Turkmen:  
6984 Italian:  
7779 Shona:  
7778 Sindhi:  
7865 Singhalese:  
7869 Slovak:  
7879 Slovenian:  
7982 Somali:  
8378 Twi:  
8368 Ukrainian:  
8373 Urdu:  
7079 Japanese:  
7074 Javanese:  
7073 Kannada:  
7082 Kashmiri:  
7089 Kazakh:  
7176 Kirghiz:  
7565 Korean:  
6869 Kurdish:  
6976 Laotian:  
7576 Latin:  
Bengali; Bangla:  
Finnish:  
8375 Uzbek:  
8376 Vietnamese:  
8379 Volapük:  
6983 Welsh:  
8385 Wolof:  
8387 Xhosa:  
8386 Yiddish:  
8476 Yoruba:  
8471 Zulu:  
6678 French:  
6890 Frisian:  
6672 Galician:  
6682 Georgian:  
6671 German:  
7789 Greek:  
Bhutani:  
Bihari:  
Breton:  
Bulgarian:  
Burmese:  
7589 Pashto, Pushto: 8083 Spanish:  
7579 Persian:  
7585 Polish:  
7679 Portuguese:  
7665 Punjabi:  
7065 Sundanese:  
8076 Swahili:  
8084 Swedish:  
8065 Tagalog:  
8185 Tajik:  
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Byelorussian: 6669 Greenlandic:  
Cambodian: 7577 Guarani:  
7178 Latvian, Lettish: 7686 Quechua:  
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Frequently asked questions  
Set up  
Page  
DVD-Video:  
9
What equipment is necessary to play multi  
channel surround sound?  
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.  
You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, etc.  
9
Are the headphones and speakers directly  
connected to the unit?  
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, 8  
The television has both S VIDEO IN terminal  
and COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals.  
Which terminal should I connect with?  
All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input terminals are compatible.  
Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.  
Is my television progressive output  
compatible?  
Disc  
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 I play DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and Video  
CDs bought in another country?  
The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. You  
cannot play discs that do not have a region number.  
Can a DVD-Video that does not have a  
region number be played?  
This unit records and plays DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, and  
plays DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) and +RW.  
This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible DVD-R,  
DVD-RW, +R discs.  
4, 5  
Please tell me about DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R  
and +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, Video CD, MP3 and  
still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
4, 5, 22  
Please tell me about CD-R and CD-RW  
compatibility with this unit.  
Close the session or finalize the disc after recording. This unit can recognize  
up to 99 folders (groups) and 999 files (tracks) on a disc with MP3 or still  
pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.  
Recording  
Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected;  
therefore, recording is usually not possible.  
Can I record from a commercially purchased  
video cassette or DVD?  
You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the  
disc on this unit. However, depending on the condition of the recording, the  
quality of the disc and capabilities of the DVD player, play may not be possible.  
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Can DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)  
and +R recorded on this unit be played on  
other equipment?  
You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on this unit are  
for output only.  
Can I record digital audio signals using this  
unit?  
You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the  
“Digital Audio Output” settings to the following from the SETUP menu.  
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Can a digital audio signal from this unit be  
recorded to other equipment?  
– PCM Down Conversion  
– Dolby Digital  
– DTS  
On  
PCM  
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.  
With DVD-RAM, you can, and the recorded audio also changes. Just press  
[AUDIO].  
16  
Can I switch to SAP during recording?  
With DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R you cannot. Change before  
recording with “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu.  
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Error messages  
On the television  
Page  
Cannot finish recording  
completely.  
The program was copy-protected.  
The disc may be full.  
There are already 99 recorded titles (  
49 recorded titles).  
+R  
Cannot play.  
You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.).  
The disc may be dirty or scratched.  
5
Cannot record on the disc.  
Unable to format.  
Please check the disc.  
Cannot record. Disc is full.  
21, 27, 30  
Create space by erasing any unnecessary titles.  
[Even if you erase recorded content from a DVD-R or +R, there is no increase in disc space.  
Available disc space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded  
title is erased.]  
Use a new disc.  
-RW(V)  
RAM  
Cannot record. The number of  
titles has exceeded the  
maximum limit.  
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.  
5
Please change the disc.  
There may be a problem with the disc. Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to remove it and check it for  
scratches or dirt. (The unit turns off automatically after you open the tray.)  
This is a non-recordable disc.  
The unit cannot record on the disc you inserted. Insert a DVD-RAM or unfinalized DVD-R,  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R.  
You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM or DVD-RW.  
4, 5  
This disc is not formatted  
properly.  
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The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.  
5
On the unit’s display  
The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote  
control.  
14  
CHK REMOTE  
(“ ” stands for a number.)  
Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button  
at the same time for more than 2 seconds.  
HARD ERR  
NO READ  
If there is no change after turning the unit on and off, consult the dealer where the unit was  
purchased.  
The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot record, play, or edit.  
You have used a lens cleaner and it has finished. Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to eject the disc.  
5
PROG FULL  
There are already 16 timer programs. Delete unnecessary timer programs.  
19  
SELF CHECK  
There was a power failure or the AC plug was disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is  
carrying out its recovery process. Wait until the message disappears.  
If “Quick Start” is set to “On”, “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed while the unit is carrying out its  
recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while this is displayed.  
UNSUPPORT  
UNFORMAT  
You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play or record on.  
4, 5  
30  
You have inserted a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW that is unformatted or recorded on other  
equipment.  
U59  
The unit is hot.  
The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait about 30 minutes until the message  
disappears.  
Select a position with good ventilation when installing the unit. Do not block the vent on the  
rear of the unit.  
U99  
The unit fails to operate properly. Press [POWER ^/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to  
standby. Now press [POWER ^/I] on the main unit again to turn the unit on.  
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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, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 42 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on  
page 41 if you reside in Canada.  
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:  
Regular disc rotating sounds. The sound of the disc rotating may  
become louder especially when finalizing a DVD-R,  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R.  
Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.  
Image disturbance during search.  
Interruptions in reception due to periodic satellite broadcasting  
breaks.  
Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using  
a Panasonic disc.)  
The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated.  
(Press and hold [POWER 8] on the main unit for 10 seconds.)  
Power  
Page  
No power.  
Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC outlet.  
7, 8  
The unit switches to the  
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 [POWER ^/I] on the main unit to turn the unit  
on.  
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Displays  
The display is dim.  
Change “Front Display” in the SETUP menu.  
Set the clock.  
33  
34  
“12: 00A” is flashing on the  
unit's display.  
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 slight a 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.  
Times shown may disagree with actual times.  
Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R or the +R, there is no increase in disc  
space.  
The play time shown for MP3  
does not agree with the actual  
time.  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last  
recorded title is erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
More disc space than the actual recording time is used after recording or editing the DVD-R or  
the +R 200 times or more.  
While searching, the elapsed time may not display correctly.  
TV screen and video  
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.  
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33  
Status messages do not  
appear.  
Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the SETUP menu.  
The blue background does  
not appear.  
Select “On” in “Blue Background” in the SETUP menu.  
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.  
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33  
There is a lot of after-image  
when playing video.  
Set “MPEG-DNR” in the Video menu to “Off”.  
25  
25  
When playing DVD-Video  
using progressive output, one  
part of the picture  
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.  
momentarily appears to be  
doubled up.  
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.  
Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT terminal  
or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on this unit.  
7, 8  
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 [g] and [q (PLAY/x1.3)]  
on the main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace.  
Picture is distorted.  
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Troubleshooting guide  
Sound  
Page  
No sound  
Low volume.  
Check the connections and settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have  
connected one.  
7–9, 33  
Distorted sound.  
Cannot hear the desired audio  
type.  
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.  
20  
25  
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.  
Cannot switch audio.  
You cannot change the audio type when a DVD-R, a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or a +R is in  
the disc tray.  
You cannot change the audio type when playing a DVD-R, a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or a  
+R. (You can select “Main” or “SAP” in “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu before recording.)  
You have used digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables  
(analog connection).  
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9, 33  
There are discs where audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.  
Operation  
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.  
14  
14  
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.  
3
The unit is on but cannot be  
operated.  
Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.  
The unit is hot (“U59” appears on the display). Wait for “U59” to disappear.  
One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.  
Reset the unit as follows:  
Press [POWER ^/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.  
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [POWER ^/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.  
Cannot eject disc.  
Startup is slow.  
The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [g] and [CH 1] on the main  
unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.  
Make sure that “Quick Start” is set to “On”.  
Even if “Quick Start” is set to “On”, startup is slow if the clock is not set, there was a power  
failure or the AC plug has just been connected.  
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A few dozen seconds after turning on the unit, you can play a disc or start recording to discs  
other than DVD-RAM.  
Startup takes time for a few minutes after 4:00am due to system maintenance of this unit.  
Recording/Scheduled recording  
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.  
4, 5  
30  
30  
The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. RAM -RW(V)  
The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DISC  
MANAGEMENT.  
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21, 27, 30  
Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded. (CPRM)  
The disc is full or nearly full. Erase unneeded titles or use another disc.  
You cannot record on finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or DVD-RW (DVD  
Video Recording format) discs.  
Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +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.  
Scheduled recording does not  
work properly.  
When connecting a cable TV box or satellite receiver, the VCR Plus+ system does not work.  
The scheduled program is incorrect or different scheduled program times overlap. Correct the  
program.  
19  
VCR Plus+ system does not  
work properly.  
The unit is not on scheduled recording standby. (z” on the unit’s display is not on.)  
Press [^ DVD POWER] to turn the unit off and make sure that “z” is on.  
Correct the guide channels.  
18, 19  
12  
34  
Set the clock.  
Scheduled recording does not  
stop even when [g] is  
pressed.  
Press [g] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds to turn “z” off. Recording stops.  
If you start recording immediately after turning on the unit while “Quick Start” is set to “On”, you  
cannot then stop recording for a few seconds.  
18, 19  
32  
The scheduled program remains  
even after recording finishes.  
The scheduled program remains if set to daily or weekly.  
19  
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 disc may become unusable. You will have to  
format the disc ( RAM -RW(V) ) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost  
titles or discs.  
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Play  
Page  
Play fails to start even when  
[q] (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, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, DVD-RW (DVD  
Video Recording format) or disc unplayable on this unit.  
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.  
20  
4, 5  
32  
DVD-Video is not played.  
Some DVD-Video cannot be played when you change the ratings level.  
32  
Alternative soundtrack and  
subtitles cannot be selected.  
The languages are not recorded on the disc.  
You may have to use the disc’s menus to select languages.  
20  
No subtitles.  
When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be displayed.  
Subtitles are not recorded on the disc.  
Turn the subtitles on.  
24  
Angle cannot be changed.  
Angles can only be changed during scenes where different angles are recorded.  
You have forgotten your  
ratings password.  
While the disc tray is open, press and hold [* REC] and [q (PLAY/x1.3)] on the main unit at the  
same time for 5 or more seconds.  
Quick View does not work.  
This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.  
This does not work when recording is in XP or FR mode.  
The resume play function  
does not work.  
This function only works when “PLAY” is flashing in the unit display.  
Memorized positions are canceled when the unit is turned off or when the tray is opened. The  
memorized position on the playlist is also canceled when the playlist and title are edited.  
Edit  
Cannot format.  
The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.  
You tried formatting a disc that is not compatible with this unit.  
5
4, 5  
Cannot create chapters.  
The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it off or remove the  
disc. The information is not written if there is an interruption to the power before this.  
These operations are not possible with still pictures.  
You cannot set points if they are too close to each other. You cannot set an end point before a  
start point.  
Cannot mark the start point or  
the end point during  
“Shorten” operation.  
Cannot erase chapters.  
When the chapter is too short to erase, use “Combine Chapters” to make the chapter longer.  
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The available recording space  
doesn't increase even after  
erasing recordings on the  
disc.  
Available recording space on the DVD-R or the +R does not increase even after erasing  
previously recorded titles.  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last  
recorded title is erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
Cannot create a playlist.  
You cannot select all the chapters at once in a title if the title also includes still pictures. Select  
them individually.  
Product Service  
1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:  
(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or  
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or  
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or  
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or  
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.  
2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized  
servicing personnel.  
3
Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same  
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.  
Product information  
For product information or assistance with product operation:  
In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 42.  
authorized Servicentre closest to you.  
User memo:  
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.  
DATE OF PURCHASE  
DEALER NAME  
DEALER ADDRESS  
TELEPHONE NUMBER  
MODEL NUMBER  
SERIAL NUMBER  
DMR-ES10  
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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5  
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Panasonic DVD Recorder  
Limited Warranty  
Limited Warranty Coverage  
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions  
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship,  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively  
referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below,  
which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a)  
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished  
product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES  
NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT  
COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not  
supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,  
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment  
of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage,  
modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business),  
rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other  
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.  
Product of Part name  
DVD Recorder  
Parts  
Labor  
One (1) Year  
One (1) Year  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED  
WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR  
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes  
damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other  
recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL  
EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
Rechageable Batteries, DVD-RAM  
Disc (in exchange for defective item)  
Ten (10) Days  
Not Applicable  
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty  
period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the  
warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This  
warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico.  
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as  
is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty  
service.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,  
or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary  
from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period,  
you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction,  
then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the  
warrantor.  
Carry-In or Mail-In Service  
For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or visit Panasonic  
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-  
768-2910.  
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE  
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
Customer Services Directory  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make  
Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-211-PANA (7262),  
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855  
Accessory Purchases  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, send your request by E-mail to:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)  
Panasonic Services Company  
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032  
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277  
Service in Puerto Rico  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910  
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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3  
PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY  
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a  
period as stated below from the date of original purchase.  
Panasonic DVD Recorder One (1) year, parts and labour  
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS  
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage  
for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that  
affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also  
excluded from coverage under this warranty.  
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before  
warranty service is performed.  
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied  
warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.  
WARRANTY SERVICE  
For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at: Telephone #: (905) 624-5505  
For product repairs, please contact one of the following:  
Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you.  
A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:  
Richmond,  
Calgary, Alberta  
Mississauga, Ontario  
Lachine, Québec  
British Columbia  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
12111 Riverside Way  
Richmond, BC  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
6835-8th St. N. E.  
Calgary, AB  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
5770 Ambler Dr.  
Mississauga, ON  
L4W 2T3  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
3075, rue Louis A. Amos  
Lachine, QC  
V6W 1K8  
H8T 1C4  
T2E 7H7  
Tel: (604) 278-4211  
Fax: (604) 278-5627  
Tel: (905) 624-8447  
Fax: (905) 238-2418  
Tel: (514) 633-8684  
Fax: (514) 633-8020  
Tel: (403) 295-3955  
Fax: (403) 274-5493  
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE  
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.  
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.  
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Instalación básica  
Las conexiones del equipo descritas son ejemplos.  
Antes de hacer la conexión, apague todos los equipos y lea los manuales de instrucciones apropiados.  
El equipo periférico y los cables opcionales se venden por separado a menos que se indique lo contrario.  
Conexión con un televisor y videograbadora  
La conexión permitirá utilizar la videograbadora para reproducir cuando esté apagada esta unidad. Para que la operación sea óptima, se  
recomienda que esta unidad sea conectada como se muestra más abajo.  
indica accesorios incluidos.  
indica accesorios no incluidos.  
Televisión  
Cable procedente de una  
pared o señal de antena  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
AUDIO IN VIDEO  
IN  
S VIDEO  
IN  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN  
R
L
Cuando conecte utilizando estos  
terminales, asegúrese de  
Rojo Blanco Amarillo  
conectar los cables de audio a los  
terminales de entrada de audio  
correspondientes del televisor.  
Divisor  
Cable coaxial  
de 75 Ω  
Cable coaxial  
de 75 Ω  
Videograbadora  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
OUT  
IN  
Amarillo  
VIDEO  
OUT  
Terminal COMPONENT VIDEO OUT  
AUDIO  
L
Blanco  
Rojo  
Conecte a los terminales COMPONENT VIDEO IN del  
AUDIO  
R
televisor utilizando un cable de vídeo componente.  
VHF/UHF  
RF OUT  
Estos terminales se pueden utilizar para la salida  
entrelazada o progresiva y para proporcionar una  
imagen más pura que la del terminal S VIDEO OUT.  
Conecte a los terminales del mismo color.  
Cable de  
audio/vídeo  
Esta unidad  
A una toma de  
CA de casa  
(CA 120 V, 60 Hz)  
Rojo Blanco Amarillo  
Rojo Blanco Amarillo  
Cable de  
audio/vídeo  
A IN1  
o IN2  
Terminal S VIDEO OUT  
Conecte al terminal S VIDEO IN del televisor  
utilizando un cable S VÌdeo. El terminal S VIDEO  
OUT proporciona una imagen más viva que la del  
terminal VIDEO OUT. (Los resultados reales  
dependen del televisor.)  
Cable de alimentación de CA  
Conecte solamente después  
de haber terminado todas las  
otras conexiones.  
El terminal RF OUT de la unidad  
La señal de imagen y sonido procedente de esta unidad no pasa a través del terminal RF OUT  
hacia el televisor. Asegúrese de conectar uno de los terminales siguientes de este aparato al  
televisor: el terminal AUDIO/VIDEO OUT, el terminal S VIDEO OUT o el terminal COMPONENT  
VIDEO OUT. Si el televisor no tiene ninguno de estos terminales, consulte a su concesionario local.  
No conecte la unidad a través de una videograbadora  
Las señales de vídeo que pasan a travésde videograbadoras  
afectarán a los sistemas de protección del copyright, y la imagen no  
se mostrará correctamente en el televisor.  
Cuando el aparato no se utilice durante mucho  
tiempo  
Para ahorrar energía, desenchufe el aparato de la toma de CA de  
casa. El aparato consume una pequeña cantidad de energíaaunque  
está apagado (aprox. 8,2 W).  
Televisor  
Televisor  
Videograbadora  
Esta unidad  
Esta unidad  
Videograbadora  
Cuando conecte a un televisor con videograbadora incorporada,  
conecte a los terminales de entrada del televisor, no a los de la  
videograbadora.  
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Ajuste de canales guía VCR Plus+  
Establezca estos canales guía para poder utilizar el sistema VCR  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
^ DVD POWER  
Plus+ para hacer grabaciones programadas.  
Antes de iniciar los ajustes, prepare una gráfica que muestre los  
canales, nombres de emisoras y canales guía.  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
Ej.,  
Nombre de  
emisora  
Canal  
guía  
Número  
de canal  
Ajuste de canal  
CBS  
04  
04  
No es necesario  
AUDIO  
Introduzca el canal 15  
a continuación del  
canal guía 33.  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
HBO  
33  
15  
CANCEL  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Introduzca el canal 20  
a continuación del  
canal guía 38.  
Nickelodeon  
38  
20  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Mire cuáles son los canales Anote todas las emisoras que  
guía para las emisoras en  
revistas.  
pueda recibir.  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
Si ha conectado una caja de TV por cable o un receptor de  
satélite, el sistema VCR Plus+ no funcionará si usted no ha  
establecido los canales guía.  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
RETURN  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
1 Pulse [SETUP].  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
CREATE  
2 Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar “Canal”  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
SETUP  
y pulse [q].  
3 Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar “VCR  
Sintonización automática al enchufar  
Preparación  
Plus+ Ajuste canal” y pulse [ENTER].  
Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo apropiada a  
4 Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar el canal  
las conexiones de esta unidad.  
guía que quiere establecer y pulse [q].  
Si conecta el aparato a través de una caja de TV por cable o  
receptor de satélite, sintonice su PBS local para hacer la puesta en  
hora automática del reloj. Si no hay PBS local, ponga la hora  
manualmente en la pantalla “Ajustar manualmente el reloj”.  
5
Pulse [  
e
,
r
] para seleccionar el canal  
correspondiente al canal guía y pulse [ ].  
w
Para borrar un número, pulse [ CANCEL].  
1 Pulse [^ DVD POWER].  
Repita los pasos 4 y 5 para introducir otros canales.  
6 Pulse [ENTER].  
Select Language  
Seleccione la Lengua  
Sélection de Langue  
English  
Español  
Français  
Para salir de la pantalla  
Pulse [SETUP].  
Press ENTER  
Pulse ENTER  
Appuyer sur ENTER  
Para volver a la pantalla anterior  
Pulse [RETURN].  
Selección del tipo de televisor  
2 Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar  
No tiene que cambiar el ajuste cuando conecte a un televisor de  
“Español” y pulse [ENTER].  
aspecto estándar 4:3 que no sea compatible con salida progresiva.  
3 Pulse [ENTER] para iniciar la  
1 Pulse [SETUP].  
sintonización automática al enchufar.  
2 Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar  
La unidad prosigue luego con Ajuste automático reloj. La hora  
se visualiza al terminar.  
“Pantalla TV” y pulse [q].  
4 Pulse [ENTER].  
3 Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar “Tipo  
TV” y pulse [ENTER].  
Aspecto 4:3/Aspecto 16:9:  
Si el reloj va una hora retrasado o adelantado  
Televisor de  
aspecto  
Televisor  
panorámico 16:9  
con relación a la hora actual  
4:3  
16:9  
1
2
Pulse [SETUP] para mostrar el menú SETUP.  
Ponga “–1” o “+1” en “Ajustar del huso horario” en la ficha  
“Configuración” utilizando [e, r, w, q] y [ENTER].  
Pulse [SETUP] para salir.  
estándar 4:3  
480p/480i: Seleccione “480p” si el televisor es compatible  
con salida progresiva.  
3
4 Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar el  
Si la unidad no puede ajustar el reloj  
automáticamente  
Ponga manualmente la hora en la pantalla “Ajustar manualmente el  
reloj”.  
elemento y pulse [ENTER].  
Para salir de la pantalla  
Pulse [SETUP].  
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Para volver a la pantalla anterior  
Pulse [RETURN].  
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Grabación de programas de televisión  
Para detener la grabación  
Pulse [g].  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
Desde el inicio al final de una grabación se denomina título.  
^ DVD POWER  
Para hacer una pausa en la grabación  
Pulse [h].  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
Pulse de nuevo para reiniciar la grabación.  
También puede pulsar [* REC] para reiniciar.  
(El título no se divide en un título separado.)  
Botones  
numerados  
Para especificar un tiempo y detener la  
grabación–Grabación con una sola pulsación  
Durante la grabación  
Pulse [* REC] para seleccionar el tiempo de grabación.  
Modo de grabación  
2
AUDIO  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Dependiendo del contenido que está siendo grabado, los tiempos  
de grabación pueden ser inferiores a los indicados.  
(Unidad: hora)  
g
h
q
DVD-RAM  
DVD-R  
DVD-RW  
+R  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Modo  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR  
Una cara  
Dos caras  
(9,4 GB)  
(4,7 GB)  
(4,7GB)  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
XP (Alta calidad)  
SP (Normal)  
1
2
4
2
4
8
1
2
4
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
LP (Duraciónlarga)  
EP (Reproducción larga  
extendida)  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
8 (6 )  
16 (12 )  
8 (6 )  
SCHEDULE  
TIME SLIP  
Cuando “Tiempo de grab. en el modo EP” se haya puesto en “EP  
(6H)” en el menú SETUP.  
La calidad del sonido es mejor cuando se utiliza “EP (6H)” que  
cuando se utiliza “EP (8H)”.  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
4
1
3
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
Utilización del sistema VCR Plus+ para hacer  
grabaciones programadas  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R  
No es posible grabar continuamente desde una cara a la otra en  
un disco de dos caras. Tendrá que expulsar el disco y darlo la  
vuelta.  
Durante la parada  
1
2
Pulse [VCR Plus+].  
Pulse los botones numerados para introducir el número  
PlusCode y pulse [ENTER].  
Cuando utilice discos DVD-RAM de 8 cm (3) o DVD-R de 8 cm  
(3), retire el disco del cartucho.  
3
4
Haga las correciones necesarias utilizando [e, r, w, q].  
Pulse [ENTER].  
Puede grabar hasta 99 títulos en un disco.  
No es posible grabar emisiones digitales que permiten “Grabación  
sólo una vez” en discos DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R o DVD-RAM de 8 cm  
(3).  
Repita los pasos 1–4 para programar otras grabaciones.  
Pulse [SCHEDULE].  
Pulse [^ DVD POWER].  
5
6
1 Pulse [; OPEN/CLOSE] para abrir la  
z” se enciende en el visualizador de la unidad.  
bandeja e introducir un disco.  
Pulse de nuevo el botón para cerrar la bandeja.  
Reproducción mientras usted está  
grabando  
Insértelo con la cara  
impresa hacia arriba.  
RAM  
Reproducción Puede empezar a reproducir desde el comienzo  
con  
del título que está grabando.  
presecución  
Pulse [q] (PLAY) durante la grabación.  
Puede reproducir un título grabado previamente.  
Insértelo  
completamente  
en su lugar hasta  
1
2
Pulse [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] durante la grabación.  
Pulse [e, r, w, q] para seleccionar un título  
y pulse [ENTER].  
Grabación y  
reproducción  
simultáneas  
que haga un  
ruido seco.  
Insértelocon la flecha  
hacia arriba.  
Para salir de la pantalla Direct Navigator Pulse  
[DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
2 Pulse [1 2 CH] para seleccionar el  
canal.  
Puede revisar las imágenes grabadas mientras  
graba.  
Para seleccionar con los botones numerados:  
Modo de TV (del aire)  
1
2
Pulse [TIME SLIP] durante la grabación.  
Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar el tiempo y  
pulse [ENTER].  
Ej., 5:  
[0] [5]  
[1] [5]  
15:  
Time Slip  
Modo CATV (Cable)  
Ej., 5: [0] [0] [5]  
15:  
115:  
Pulse [TIME SLIP] para mostrar las imágenes  
de reproducción completas. Pulse de nuevo  
para mostrar las imágenesde reproducción y  
grabación.  
[0] [1] [5]  
[1] [1] [5]  
3 Pulse [REC MODE] para seleccionar el  
modo de grabación (XP, SP, LP o EP).  
Para detener la reproducción  
Pulse [g].  
4 Pulse [* REC] para empezar a grabar.  
Para detener la grabación  
2 segundos después se detiene la reproducción  
La grabación se hará en el espacio vacío del disco. Los datos  
no se escribirán encima de otros.  
Pulse [g].  
Durante la grabación no se puede cambiar el canal ni el  
modo de grabación. Puede cambiarlos cuando la grabación  
está en pausa, pero el material se graba como título aparte.  
Para parar la grabación programada  
Pulse [g] y luego [ENTER] antes de que pasen 5 segundos.  
También puede mantener pulsado [g] en el aparato principal  
durante másde 3 segundos para detener la grabación.  
RQT8009  
46  
Reproducción de discos  
Cuando aparece una pantalla de menúen el televisor  
DVD-A DVD-V  
DVD POWER  
TV  
POWER  
Pulse [e  
,
r,  
w,  
q] para seleccionar el elemento y pulse [ENTER].  
Algunos elementos también se pueden seleccionar con los botones  
VOLUME  
CH  
INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO  
numerados.  
VCD  
Pulse los botones numerados para seleccionar el elemento.  
Ej., 5:  
[0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
Botones  
numerados  
Para volver a la pantalla de menú  
DVD-V  
DVD-A  
VCD  
Pulse [TOP MENU] o [SUB MENU].  
Pulse [TOP MENU].  
AUDIO  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
VCR Plus+  
CM SKIP  
CM SKIP  
Pulse [RETURN].  
SLOW/SEARCH  
u, i  
t, y  
Operaciones durante la reproducción  
g
h
2
Pulse [g].  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
La posición de parada se memoriza.  
“PLAY” parpadea en el  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
-
DVD RAM  
visualizador del aparato.  
(Excepto cuando se  
PLAY  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
w h h q  
Parada  
reproduce desde Direct  
Navigator y cuando se  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
reproduce una lista de reproducción.)  
Función de reanudación de la reproducción  
Pulse [q] (PLAY) para reanudar la  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
reproduccióndesde esta posición.  
SCHEDULE  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
TIME SLIP  
Pulse [h].  
Pulse otra vez o pulse [q] (PLAY) para  
reiniciar la reproducción.  
Pausa  
REC REC MODE ERASE  
ADD/DLT  
F Rec  
CREATE  
OPEN/CLOSE SETUP CHAPTER  
Pulse [t] o [y].  
1
La velocidad aumenta hasta 5 pasos.  
Búsqueda  
Pulse [q] (PLAY) de nuevo para reiniciar la  
reproducción.  
Durante la grabación o la pausa, pulse  
[u] o [i].  
Salto  
Cada pulsación aumenta el número de  
saltos.  
No es posible reproducir continuamente desde una cara a la otra  
en un disco de dos caras. Tendrá que expulsar el disco y darlo la  
vuelta.  
Pulse los botones numerados.  
Ej., 5: [0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
CD  
(discos MP3, JPEG y TIFF solamente)  
5: [0] [0] [5] 15: [0] [1] [5]  
Cuando utilice discos DVD-RAM de 8 cm (3) o DVD-R de 8 cm  
Inicio desde un  
elemento  
seleccionado  
(3), retire el disco del cartucho.  
DVD-A Selecciónde un grupo  
Durante la parada (el salvapantallas se  
1 Pulse [; OPEN/CLOSE] para abrir la  
visualiza en el televisor) 5:  
[5]  
Esto sólo funciona durante la parada con  
algunos discos (el salvapantalla estáen el  
televisor).  
bandeja e introducir un disco.  
Pulse de nuevo el botón para cerrar la bandeja.  
La velocidad de reproducción puede aumentar  
sin distorsionar el audio.  
2 Pulse [q] (PLAY).  
Visiónrápida  
Mantenga pulsado [q] (PLAY/x1.3).  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
RAM  
Pulse de nuevo para volver a la velocidad  
La reproducción empieza desde el título grabado más  
recientemente.  
normal.  
Cámara lenta  
RAM -R -RW(V)  
Durante la pausa, pulse [t] o [y].  
DVD-V DVD-A VCD CD  
La velocidad aumenta hasta 5 pasos.  
La reproducción empieza desde el comienzo del disco.  
Pulse [q] (PLAY) de nuevo para reiniciar la  
+R DVD-V DVD-A  
reproducción.  
(Parte de imagen  
en movimiento  
solamente)  
Selecciónde programas (títulos) grabados para  
Sentido de avance solamente.  
VCD  
reproducir  
-RW(VR) VCD  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Cuadro a cuadro Durante la pausa, pulse [w h] o [h q].  
1 Pulse [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
Cada pulsación muestra el cuadro siguiente.  
RAM -R -RW(V)  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Vista  
DVD-RAM  
Mantenga pulsado para cambiar  
+R DVD-V DVD-A  
sucesivamente hacia delante o hacia atrás.  
Pulse [q] (PLAY) para reiniciar la  
reproducción.  
(Parte de imagen  
en movimiento  
solamente)  
07  
08  
- -  
10 10/27 Lun  
- -  
8 10/27 Lun  
- -  
Sentido de avance solamente.  
VCD  
-RW(VR) VCD  
- -  
Visualización de la Pulse [TIME SLIP].  
El aparato visualiza la imagen de televisión en  
el modo de imagen en imagen.  
modo de imagen Pulse de nuevo [TIME SLIP] para cancelar.  
imagen de  
televisión en el  
Pagina 02/02  
Ant.  
Sig.  
en imagen  
Repr.  
SUB MENU  
Seleccionar  
1
2
Pulse [TIME SLIP].  
Salto del tiempo  
especificado  
Pulse [e, r] para seleccionar el tiempo  
y pulse [ENTER].  
2 Pulse [e, r, w, q] para seleccionar el título y  
(Time Slip)  
La reproducción salta el tiempo  
especificado.  
RAM -R -RW(V)  
pulse [ENTER].  
También puede seleccionar títulos con los botones numerados.  
+R -RW(VR)  
Pulse [TIME SLIP] para mostrar las  
Ej.,  
5:  
[0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
imágenes de reproducción completas.  
Salto CM  
RAM -R -RW(V)  
La reproducción se reanuda un minuto  
después aproximadamente.  
Pulse [CM SKIP].  
RQT8009  
Para salir de la pantalla  
Pulse [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
47  
+R -RW(VR)  
Index  
Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Audio  
Erase  
chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Progressive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 36  
Properties  
playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Protection  
chapter in playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 27  
all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
receiving, recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Finalize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 36  
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Format disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
FR (Flexible Recording Mode) . . . . . . . . 15  
FUNCTIONS window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Channel  
adding, deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Set Channels Automatically . . . . . . . .11  
VCR Plus+ guide channel . . . . . . . . .12  
Change Thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Chasing playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Cleaning  
disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35  
main unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35  
Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
CM Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Connection  
amplifier, system component . . . . . . . .9  
antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8, 9  
cable TV box, satellite receiver . . . . . .8  
IN2 input terminals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
video cassette recorder . . . . . . .7, 8, 17  
Copy (playlist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
CPRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Create Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27, 29  
Create playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 32  
Quick View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Recording  
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Scheduled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Restore default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Resume play function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
JPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 36  
Language  
audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
on-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
soundtrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
subtitle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 32  
Menu  
Scheduled recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
SETUP menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Shorten (titles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Signal Source (RF IN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Simultaneous rec and play . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Soundtrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
JPEG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23  
MP3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
on-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Mode  
recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Still Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
MPEG-DNR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 36  
TIFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 36  
Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 21  
Transfer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
TV Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Noise reduction (NR)  
MPEG-DNR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Line-in NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Dialog Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Divide (titles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R . . . . . .4, 5  
On-screen  
VCR Plus+  
language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Status messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
guide channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Scheduled recording . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
V.S.S.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Enter name  
disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 19, 27  
PCM Down Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . ..33  
Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..25  
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.  
FCC Note:  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,  
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when  
connecting to peripheral devices.  
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this  
equipment.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause  
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
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VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.  
DANGER  
CAUTION  
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURETO BEAM.  
(FDA 21 CFR)  
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VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.  
AVOID EXPOSURETO BEAM.  
(IEC60825-1)  
RAYONNEMENT LASERVISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.  
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.  
ATTENTION  
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SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.  
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.  
ADVARSEL  
VARO!  
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AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN  
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.  
SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL  
ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.  
VARNING  
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SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.  
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.  
SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG  
GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.  
ADVARSEL  
VORSICHT  
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily  
accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain  
readily operable.  
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(Inside of product)  
RQLS0233  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics  
Company, Division of Panasonic  
Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,  
New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5  
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,  
Puerto Rico 00985  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
5770 Ambler Drive  
Mississauga, Ontario  
L4W 2T3  
En Sp  
2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
Printed in Malaysia  
RQT8009-3P  
H1204HM3025  

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