Panasonic DMR-E60 Operating Instructions Manual
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
DVD Video Recorder Operating Instructions DMR-E60 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com RQT7082-B... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Recording television programmes.......... 26 Remote Setting ..................65 Flexible recording mode (FR) ..............27 Operating other Panasonic DVD equipment with the remote control ..65 One Touch Recording—Specify a time to stop recording......27 Clock Settings .................... 66 Playing while you are recording..........28 Channel Settings.................. -
Page 3: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Keep this page open as you read through the Operating Instructions. Refer to it for the control and component names and numbers which appear in the text. VIDEO Pl u s+ DIRECT TV REC INPUT SELECT VOLUME CANCEL -/- - SKIP... -
Page 4: Remote Control
Control reference guide (continued) Remote control Main unit (1) DVD on/off button (Í, DVD) ..... . 17 Buttons such as function the same as the controls on the ≥To switch the unit from on to standby or vice versa. -
Page 5: The Unit's Display
Control reference guide (continued) The unit’s display (10) (e.g., DVD-RAM) Rotating (REC):recording Rotating (REC, PLAY): Rotating (PLAY):playing Stopped (REC):recording paused Chasing play or simultaneous rec Stopped (PLAY):play paused and play is in progress Stopped (STOP): Stopped (STOP): play stopped with the resume play stopped without the resume function function... -
Page 6: Warning And Important Information
Warning and Important Information MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from CAUTION! Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR Notes on these instructions PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE These operating instructions describe operations mainly using the SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. -
Page 7: Dear Customer
≥For callers in ROI: 0044 8701 505610 your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Direct Sales at Panasonic UK Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the ≥Order accessory and consumable items for your product with... -
Page 8: The Remote Control
The remote control Batteries ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit. ≥Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust. ≥Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets. -
Page 9: Television Operation
Press and hold [TV, Í] (20) and enter the two-digit Panasonic TV code with the numeric buttons (4). Your Panasonic TV uses one of 3 different methods for switching ≥For example: 01, press [0]>[1]. between TV reception and the AV input(s). Perform the operations ≥After entering the code, test the remote control by turning on... -
Page 10: Discs
For your reference ≥DVD-RAM recorded on this unit cannot be played on incompatible players (including players manufactured by Panasonic). ≥Using a Panasonic DVD-RAM, you can record broadcasts that allow you to make one copy, such as some satellite broadcasts. -
Page 11: Discs That Cannot Be Played
≥Play may be impossible in some cases due the condition of the recording. ≥We recommend using DVD-R manufactured by Panasonic as they have been tested to be compatible with this unit. ≥When recording the sound under bilingual TV broadcast received by this unit on DVD-R or when using LPCM, you can record only one of the audio type. -
Page 12: Sd/Pc Card And Still Pictures
SD/PC card and still pictures Cards capable of displaying and saving Folders that can be displayed/saved SD card slot PC card slot Still pictures (denoted as Filename: xxxxxxxx.JPG) saved in ≥SD Memory Card ≥SD Memory Card* folders ( ) as shown below can be displayed/saved. ≥MultiMediaCard ≥MultiMediaCard* ≥Compact Flash*... -
Page 13: Connections (With Scart Leads)
≥This is necessary for Download from TV with Q Link function. - [Q Link] is a registered trademark of Panasonic. ≥If you use Panasonic TV with RGB output capability and want - [DATA LOGIC] is a registered trademark of Metz. -
Page 14: Connections (Without Scart Leads)
Connections (without Scart leads) If you do not have any scart leads and your TV is not Q Link type, you can connect your DVD Recorder to a TV and Satellite Receiver using RF leads. Using this connection method may however be difficult to obtain a clear picture from the Satellite Receiver. For this reason it is not recommended for inexperienced users. -
Page 15: Connections (With S-Video Cable)
Connections (with S-Video cable) Connections and preparations for a TV with S-Video socket. The conventional video sockets of DVD Recorder’s output (input) a combination of the luminance signal (Y) and colour signal (C) which are recorded on the disc. The S (Separate)-Video socket allows separate transmission of signals in order to obtain clearer pictures. The connection with S-Video Cable can also be used for playback of any disc. -
Page 16: Auto Setup (With Q Link Functions)
AV input on your TV if you want to see the “Download” indication. Note ≥The explanations in this book refer to Panasonic Q Link TV and DVD Recorder, however they may also apply to other makes of TV and DVD Recorder with similar functions to Q Link. (See page 13 for details.) ≥If you accidentally switch on the DVD Recorder before the TV, downloading of the setup data from the TV may not be performed correctly. -
Page 17: To Set Up This Dvd Recorder With An Existing Q Link Tv
Auto Setup (with Q Link Functions) (continued) To Set Up this DVD Recorder with an existing Q Link TV Switch the TV on. Select the AV input on your TV. Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. Press [DVD, Í] (1) to switch the DVD Recorder on. Downloading of the setup data starts automatically. Download Download in progress, please wait. -
Page 18: Removing Interference
Video Plus+ Codes for Satellite Auto Setup (without Q Link Functions) (continued) Receivers/Cable TV Removing Interference TV screen For the United Kingdom: This unit is not designed to control (switch on or change channel) your satellite receiver or Cable TV box, however, it can be taught to recognise Video Plus+ Codes for Satellite stations. -
Page 19: Selecting Tv Screen Type
Selecting TV screen type The aspect ratio is factory set to 4:3 for a regular television. You do not have to change this setting if you have a regular 4:3 aspect television. Preparation ≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. -
Page 20: Playing Discs
Playing discs [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] When a menu screen appears on the television [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] Preparation Operate menus with the following operations. Actual operations Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. depend on the disc. Press [DVD, Í] (1) to turn the unit on. Press the numeric buttons (4) to select an item, or move Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] (42) to open the tray and [3, 4, 2, 1] (10) to select an item and press [ENTER] (10). -
Page 21: Quick View (Play K1.3)
Playing discs (continued) Quick View (Play k 1.3) Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH [RAM] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] During play or Time Slip, you can play faster than the normal play During play to save time by Quick View function. Press [6, SLOW/SEARCH] or [5, SLOW/SEARCH] (25). -
Page 22: Skipping
Playing discs (continued) [DVD-A] Skipping ≥A group number can be specified while the screen saver is [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] displayed. You can skip to the beginning of tracks (page 72) and chapters e.g., “5”: [5] (page 72) and restart play from there. ≥Playing bonus group On DVD-RAM and DVD-R, you can skip to the start of a Some discs contain bonus groups. -
Page 23: Changing Audio
Playing discs (continued) ªWhile playing a Video CD Changing audio LR>L>R [RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] ^-------------} Remote control only V-CD You can change the audio being received or played with the PLAY following procedure. Preparation Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. (5) e.g.: “LR”... -
Page 24: Marking Places To Play Again-Marker
Playing discs (continued) ªTo clear a marker Marking places to play again — MARKER (10) Use [2, 1] to select a marker number and press [CANCEL] [RAM] [DVD-R] (5). You can mark up to 999 points on a disc to return to later. These ≥An asterisk replaces the number and the position is cleared. -
Page 25: Using Menus To Play Mp3 Discs
Playing discs (continued) ªNaming folders and files Using menus to play MP3 discs At the time of recording, give folder and file names a 3-digit [MP3] numeric prefix in the order you want them to play (this may not This unit can play MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW with a work at times). -
Page 26: Recording Television Programmes
Recording television programmes [RAM] [DVD-R] When using DVD-R ≥You can play DVD-R on compatible DVD players by finalizing Preparation them on this unit, effectively making them into DVD-Video. Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥The video is recorded in a 4:3 aspect irrespective of the video Press [DVD, Í] (1) to turn the unit on. -
Page 27: Flexible Recording Mode (Fr)
Recording television programmes (continued) Flexible recording mode (FR) One Touch Recording—Specify a time to [RAM] [DVD-R] stop recording [RAM] [DVD-R] The unit calculates a recording rate that enables the recording to fit in the time you set (within the remaining time on the disc) and with Main unit only the best possible picture quality. -
Page 28: Playing While You Are Recording
Playing while you are recording Recording television programmes (continued) Playing from the beginning of the To perform Direct TV Recording: Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] (42) to open the tray and programme you are recording—Chasing insert a disc. play Press [DIRECT TV REC] (3). [RAM] ≥Recording of the TV programme that you are viewing on the TV starts. -
Page 29: Simultaneous Recording And Play
Playing while you are recording (continued) Simultaneous recording and play Checking the recording during recording [RAM] (TIME SLIP) [RAM] You can start play of the programme you are recording or play a programme previously recorded. You can play the programme being recorded to check that it is Preparation being recorded correctly. -
Page 30: Using The Functions Window
Using the FUNCTIONS window About the FUNCTIONS window Using the FUNCTIONS window [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] Most of the features and functions of this unit can also be controlled with icons. The examples show the FUNCTIONS Preparation window when a DVD-RAM is being used. - Page 31 Using the FUNCTIONS window (continued) ª FUNCTIONS window icons TOP PLAY DISC INFORMATION TOP PLAY DISC INFORMATION Start play from the oldest programme on the disc: [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 36) Enter Title: [CD] [VCD] [MP3] (page 20) [RAM] (page 37) Disc Protection: [RAM] (page 37)
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Page 32: Timer Recording
Timer recording Using VIDEO Plus+ number to make If the programme is correct Press [ENTER] (10). timer recording ≥The Timer Programme List screen appears. VIDEO Plus+ are different trademarks used to represent the TIMER same easy recording feature. However, for simplicity, only the Remain 1:58 SP RECORDING... -
Page 33: Manual Programming
Timer recording (continued) ªSetting for control of the recording starting and Manual programming ending time by special signal Included in the [RAM] [DVD-R] broadcasting signal (PDC Function) Remote control only PDC stands for Programme Delivery Control. You can set your own programming conditions (up to 16 If a TV programme, for example a football game runs longer than programmes). -
Page 34: To Check Programmes
Timer recording (continued) Press [ENTER] (10) when you have finished making Disc space (B) Displayed if the recording can fit in the remaining changes. space on the disc. However, when the programme ≥To continue programming: becomes longer than scheduled during the Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4. -
Page 35: Recording From A Video Cassette Player
Recording from a video cassette player When connected to non-DV equipment [RAM] [DVD-R] Note ≥Stop play on the other equipment as well. You can record audio and video being played on a video cassette ≥This unit does not support recording the signal from a personal player or a video camera connected to the input terminals. -
Page 36: Entering Titles
Entering titles [SD/CARD] [RAM] [DVD-R] STOP You can: ≥Title discs with the DISC INFORMATION in the FUNCTIONS window. ≥Title programmes with the Timer recording (page 32). ≥Title programmes with the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (page 40). ENTER ≥Title play lists with the PLAY LIST screen (page 46). ≥Title folders of still pictures (page 49). -
Page 37: Disc Information
DISC INFORMATION About DISC INFORMATION After performing steps 1 to 2 of “Enter Title”, perform the following steps: [RAM] [DVD-R] Use [3, 4] (10) to select “Disc Protection” and ≥You can give discs titles — Enter Title ≥You can write-protect and write-enable DVD-RAM— Disc press [ENTER] (10). -
Page 38: Format
DISC INFORMATION (continued) Finalize — Creating DVD-Video Note [DVD-R] ≥Computer data and still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) can not be erased. You can play DVD-R on compatible DVD players by finalizing them ≥The disc title will also be erased. on this unit, effectively making them into DVD-Video. ≥If protection is active on even one programme (page 41), you The menus you create with this unit can also be used on the cannot erase all programmes. -
Page 39: Using The Direct Navigator
Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR Selecting programmes to play About the programme list [RAM] [DVD-R] DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR A list of programmes is created as you record them. You can use this list to find the programmes you want to watch. Preparation Name Date... -
Page 40: Erasing Programmes
Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (continued) Erasing programmes Entering and editing programme titles [RAM] [DVD-R] [RAM] [DVD-R] The programme is erased completely when you use this procedure Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. and cannot be retrieved. Check the programme carefully before ≥Insert a disc you have recorded on. -
Page 41: Protecting Programmes/Releasing Programme Protection
Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (continued) Protecting programmes/ Erasing parts of a programme [RAM] Releasing programme protection [RAM] The specified parts of the programme are erased completely when you use this procedure and cannot be retrieved. Check You can prevent accidental erasure of programmes by write- the programme carefully to ensure it isn’t one you want to protecting them. -
Page 42: Dividing Programmes
Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (continued) Dividing programmes Displaying PLAY LIST [RAM] [RAM] You can divide a selected programme into two. Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. You must be sure you wish to divide a programme because ≥Insert a disc you have recorded on. -
Page 43: Creating Play List
Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Creating PLAY LIST For your reference ≥You can fast-forward, rewind, pause and slow-motion while [RAM] playing scenes just as you can during normal play. You can specify start and end points to create a scene, then ≥One disc can have a maximum of 99 play lists and 999 scenes. -
Page 44: Playing Scenes
Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Playing Scenes Adding Scenes to a PLAY LIST [RAM] [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥Insert a disc you created play lists on. ≥Insert a disc you created play lists on. Press [PLAY LIST] (27). -
Page 45: Moving A Scene
Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Moving a Scene To re-edit a PLAY LIST Scene [RAM] [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥Insert a disc you created play lists on. ≥Insert a disc you created play lists on. -
Page 46: Erasing A Scene From A Play List
Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Erasing a Scene from a PLAY LIST Erasing a PLAY LIST [RAM] [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥Insert a disc you created play lists on. ≥Insert a disc you created play lists on. -
Page 47: Using Display Menus
Using DISPLAY menus [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] STILL-P Page [DVD-A] Remote control only Still picture number DISPLAY menus contain information about the disc or unit. These ≥When “Return” is displayed menus allow you to perform operations by changing this Select “Return”... -
Page 48: Picture Menu
Using DISPLAY menus (continued) Picture menu Repeat play [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] Disc During play MODE Normal Use [3, 4] (10). Play Picture Disc Repeat Play Sound Play †††††††††† Marker 1s10 MODE Picture To select the picture mode during play Sound... -
Page 49: Playing Still Pictures
Playing still pictures Inserting/Removing the SD/PC Card Selecting the drive and the folder [SD/CARD] [SD/CARD] [RAM] Only insert or remove the SD/PC card after turning the 1) While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS] (11). unit off. 2) Use [3, 4, 2, 1] (10) to select “JPEG” and press [ENTER] ≥When the card indicator (“SD”... -
Page 50: Displaying Still Pictures (Album Display)
Playing still pictures (continued) ª To change the display interval timing Displaying still pictures (Album Display) (page 54) [SD/CARD] [RAM] ª To stop slide show Press [RETURN] (28). (Menu screen appears.) You can display a list of the still pictures or display pictures one by one from any folder existing on the card or DVD-RAM. -
Page 51: Editing Still Pictures
Editing still pictures When the card is write-protected (page 12) or the disc is protected Select the destination drive. (pages 37, 74), you cannot access “Copy”/“Copy all of card”/ While the confirmation screen is displayed, “Erase”/“Protect/Releasing protection”/“Print (DPOF)”/“Format”. (1) Use [3, 4] (10) to select “Destination” and press Release the protection to use these functions. -
Page 52: Copy All Of Card
Editing still pictures (continued) Copy all of card Erase [SD/CARD]>[RAM] [SD/CARD] [RAM] You can copy the all contents of the card to DVD-RAM. (maximum You can erase the whole folders or selected still pictures. of 300 folders, 3000 files) Once activated, material cannot be returned to its original After performing steps 1 to 2 of “Displaying still pictures form, including protected still pictures. -
Page 53: Protect/Releasing Protection
Editing still pictures (continued) Protect/Releasing protection Print (DPOF) [SD/CARD] [RAM] [SD/CARD] You can set/release protection for whole folders or for individual still You can select a whole folder or individual pictures for printing and pictures. specify the number of prints to be made (maximum 999 files). After performing steps 1 to 2 of “Displaying still pictures After performing steps 1 to 2 of “Displaying still pictures (Album Display)”... -
Page 54: Others
(10). JPEG Others Others ≥Recording starts. Slide Show Intervals 5 sec. DV AUTO REC Format SD CARD Model of DV Panasonic NV-***** Remain 01:04(SP) SELECT Cancel ENTER RETURN RETURN ENTER ≥The confirmation screen appears. Press [2, 1] (10) to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] (10). - Page 55 ≥You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television. ≥We recommend using Panasonic digital video camera. ≥Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV equipment are not successive.
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Page 56: Child Lock
Child Lock The Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operating the unit. Remote control only To activate the Child Lock Hold down [ENTER] (10) and [RETURN] (28) simultaneously until “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display. ≥If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD”... -
Page 57: Connecting A Digital Amplifier Or System Component [A]
Connecting external equipments (continued) Connecting a digital amplifier or system Connecting an analog amplifier or component [A] system component [B] (1) Rear panel of this unit (1) Audio cable (2) Insert fully, with this side a) Red (R) facing up. (Do not bend b) White (L) when connecting.) (2) Rear panel of this... -
Page 58: Connecting A Decoder
Connecting external equipments (continued) Connecting a Decoder Connecting a satellite receiver or digital receiver Decoder here refers to the device used to decode scrambled broadcasts (Pay TV). RF IN RF IN R - AUDIO - L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV1 (TV) OPTICAL R - AUDIO - L VIDEO... -
Page 59: Connecting A Video Cassette Recorder
Connecting external equipments (continued) Connecting a video cassette recorder When connecting to the input terminals on the rear of the unit When connecting to the AV3/DV input terminals on the front of the unit Audio/Video cable Audio/Video cable (1) Yellow (VIDEO) (1) Yellow (VIDEO) (2) White (L) (2) White (L) -
Page 60: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Common procedures Refer to the summary of settings table on page 61 and use the following procedure to change the settings if necessary. Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS] (11) to show the FUNCTIONS window. Use [3, 4, 2, 1] (10) to select “SETUP”... -
Page 61: Summary Of Settings
ª Settings [English] [French] [German] [Italian] [Spanish] [Other ¢¢¢¢] Remote Change the remote control code so you can use other Panasonic DVD equipment at the same time. Original [DVD 1] [DVD 2] [DVD 3] The original language of each disc will be selected. - Page 62 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) ≥Underlined items are the factory presets. PLAY Digital Audio Output ( (Press [ENTER] (10) to show the following settings. To return to ª Picture the previous screen, press [RETURN] (28).) Rec Resolution ( PCM Down Conversion (page 64) Select the picture sharpness when recording.
- Page 63 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) ≥Underlined items are the factory presets. Norm (4:3) TV Settings (DVD-RAM) You can select how to reflect the image on the TV, when you ª Connection watch 16:9 images (DVD-RAM) on 4:3 TV. TV Aspect (page 19) [Norm (4:3)] [Pan &...
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Page 64: Entering A Password (Ratings)
Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Entering a password (Ratings) Digital output You can limit play of DVDs unsuitable for some audiences, Change these settings when you have connected equipment children, for example. Play and changes to the settings are not through this unit’s OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. -
Page 65: Remote Setting
Use [3, 4, 2, 1] (10) to select “SETUP” and press Most of the DVD recorders and players manufactured by Panasonic use the same system for their remote controls, so if you [ENTER] (10). operate them in the same place, the controls can be confused by ≥The SETUP screen appears. -
Page 66: Clock Settings
Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Clock Settings Auto Clock Setting If a TV station transmits a signal for time setting, performing the Usually, the unit’s Auto Setup or Download function automatically operation steps below activates the Automatic time correction adjusts the clock to correct time. function and time is corrected automatically. -
Page 67: Channel Settings
Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Channel Settings Title Page: To select the title extraction from TV guide of broadcaster. Preparation Use [3, 4] (10) to select the number between 100 and 899. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. ≥In case of a TV station with Teletext information, the title of the ≥Press [FUNCTIONS] (11) to show the FUNCTIONS window. -
Page 68: Changing The Owner Id
Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Auto-Setup Restart, Download Shipping Condition You can use the SETUP menus to start Auto Channel setting if The all settings in the SETUP screen return to the factory settings. Auto Setup (page 17) fails for some reason. (except for the ratings level and the password, and owner ID settings.) Preparation... -
Page 69: Status Displays
Status displays Changing the information displayed Display examples Displays appear on the television when you operate the unit to let DVD-RAM you know what operation was performed and what condition the PLAY unit is in. NICAM Remote control only (1) Current media Preparation (2) Current recording or play status, input channel ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (19) to “DVD”. -
Page 70: Maintenance And Handling
Maintenance and Handling Maintenance To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully. Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lenses over time, possibly making it impossible to record or play discs. Use the recommended DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. -
Page 71: Glossary
Glossary Bitstream JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) This is the compressed form of digital signals. A decoder decodes This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour still these signals into 5.1 surround and multi-channel signals. pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras etc., Channel (when referring to DVD) the data will be compressed to 1/10–... - Page 72 Glossary (continued) Q Link This function works only if the unit is connected via a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable to a TV featuring the Q Link or similar function. Q Link offers the following functions: 1) Download from the TV* When you connect the unit to a TV, the station list data is automatically copied from the TV to the unit, and the TV stations are assigned to the programme positions on the unit in the same order as on the TV.
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Page 73: Self-Diagnosis
Self-diagnosis The self-diagnosis displays appear if a problem occurs with the unit. The service numbers in the table appear when a problem occurs. Service number ≥The service numbers are a “U” followed by two digits. Service Unit status Solutions number ≥Follow the instructions in “Maintenance and Handling”... -
Page 74: Error Displays
Error displays Error messages Causes and solutions ≥You haven’t inserted a disc. Correctly insert a disc that this unit can play. (page 20) No Disc. ≥The disc is upside down. If it is a single-sided disc, insert it so the label is facing up. (page 20) ≥The unit cannot record on the disc you inserted. -
Page 75: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the below 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, consult your dealer for instructions. Power ≥Insert the AC mains lead securely into the household AC outlet. No power ≥The unit is hot (“U14”... - Page 76 Troubleshooting guide (continued) Displays ≥Go to Display in the SETUP menus and change the display’s brightness with “FL Display”. The display is dim. (page 62) ≥The clock is not set. “0:00” is flashing on the unit’s display. Go to Settings in the SETUP menus and set the clock with “Clock”. (page 66) ≥Take the cleaner out of the unit.
- Page 77 Troubleshooting guide (continued) Remote control The remote control doesn’t work. ≥The unit is on standby to make a timer recording (“ ” on the unit’s display is on). (page 32) ≥[DVD, TV] (19) is not switched to “DVD”. Switch to “DVD” when operating this unit. (page 8) ≥The remote control code is wrong.
- Page 78 Troubleshooting guide (continued) Still pictures ≥The memory card format is not valid with the unit. The contents of the card cannot )Format using FAT 12 or FAT 16 with other equipment or format the memory card with this unit. be read. (Mobile hard disk is also FAT 32 compatible.) ≥The unit tried to display still picture files that were in a folder level that is not valid.
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Page 79: Specifications
Specifications S-Video Out: Power supply: AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz (PAL/NTSC) AV1 (21 pin), Power consumption: 33 W S–Video Out (S terminal) 1 Vp–p 75 ohm, termination Recording System: DVD Video Recording Standards RGB Out: (DVD-RAM), (PAL/NTSC) AV1 (21 pin) 0.7 Vp–p (PAL) 75 ohm, DVD Video Standards (DVD-R) termination Recordable discs:... -
Page 80: Index
Index ª A ª M Audio ..................23 Manual tuning ................67 Auto Setup ..............16 Marker ..................24 MENU ..................20 ª C MPEG ..................64 Chasing play ................28 ª O Clock ..................66 Connecting ................. 57 Owner ID ..................68 CREATE PLAY LIST .............. - Page 82 RQT7082-B Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. F0503Mn0 Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/...