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Panasonic Diga DMR-E85H Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Video Recorder

DMR-E85H
Model No.
GN
HARD DISK DRIVE
Region number supported by
this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players
and software according to where they are sold.
≥The region number of this unit is "4".
≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum
performance and safety, please read these
instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
containing "4" or "ALL".
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions DVD Video Recorder DMR-E85H Model No. HARD DISK DRIVE Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they are sold. ≥The region number of this unit is “4”.
  • Page 2 CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Getting started Useful features ......3 Accessories ....... 4 The remote control.

  • Page 4: Accessories

    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.

  • Page 5: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Turn the unit on (➡ page 9) Input select (AV3 or AV4) Select channels and title numbers etc./ Enter numbers Cancel Basic operations for recording and play Show Top menu/Direct Navigator (➡ page 20, 26) Show sub menu (➡...

  • Page 6: Step 1 Connection

    STEP 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. ∫ Examples of equipment you can connect to this unit’s terminals Television COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals Other equipment...
  • Page 7 Connecting a television with AUDIO/VIDEO, S-VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals and VCR indicates included accessories. indicates accessories not included. are required connections. Connect in the numbered order. To household mains socket Television’s (AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz) rear panel AC mains lead Connect only after all other connections are complete.

  • Page 8: Connecting An Amplifier Or System Component

    STEP Connection Connecting an amplifier or system component ∫ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video Connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders using an optical digital audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” (➡page 38). ≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD.

  • Page 9: Step 2 Tv Tuning

    STEP TV Tuning Í/ l Í DVD VOLUME INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP TIMER ERASE REC MODE...

  • Page 10: Step 3 Set Up To Match Your Television And Remote Control

    STEP Set up to match your television and remote control INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Selecting television type and aspect Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.

  • Page 11: When Other Panasonic Products Respond To This Remote Control

    When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control If other Panasonic products are placed close together, change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match).

  • Page 12: Hdd And Disc Information

    [DVD-R] ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs. DVD-R from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording. ≥This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC signals. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.) Play of discs recorded with both PAL and NTSC on another unit is not guaranteed.

  • Page 13: Types Of Disc Or Title Recorded On Hdd For The Type Of Connected Tv

    ∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly.

  • Page 14: Recording

    Recording television programmes Time Slip indicator PULL OPEN S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO AUDIO IN HDD, DVD indicator AV3 input terminals INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL SKIP STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER...

  • Page 15: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times

    Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. DVD-RAM Single- Mode (80 GB) sided (4.7 GB) XP (High quality) SP (Normal) LP (Long play) § EP (Extra long 8 (6 §...

  • Page 16: Flexible Recording

    Recording television programmes Refer to the control reference on page 14. Flexible Recording [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. e.g., Recorded Remain 45 minutes in SP mode 60 minutes Programme to be recorded Preparation...

  • Page 17: Timer Recording

    Timer recording Í DVD VOLUME INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP ¢ CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK TIMER ERASE REC MODE...

  • Page 18: Manually Programming Timer Recordings

    Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 17. [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) Manually programming timer recordings Press [PROG/CHECK].

  • Page 19: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme

    Check, change or delete a programme ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Icons [ This programme is currently recording. W The times overlap those in another programme. Recording of the programme with the later start time starts when the earlier programme finishes recording.

  • Page 20: Playing Discs

    Playing discs HDD, DVD indicator INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR, TOP MENU TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE ERASE CREATE DUBBING...

  • Page 21: Operations During Play

    Operations during play Press [∫]. The stopped position is memorized. The indicator on the right appears in the unit’s display. (Excluding when playing from Stop the Direct Navigator and when playing a play list.) Resume play function Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Press [;].

  • Page 22: Editing Operations During Play

    Playing discs Refer to the control reference on page 20. Editing operations during play Erase [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Create Chapter [HDD] [RAM] Changing audio Press [AUDIO]. [HDD] [RAM] [VCD] LR>L>R ^---------------} PLAY e.g., “L R” is selected [Note] You cannot change the audio type in the following cases. ≥When a DVD-R disc is in the disc tray while DVD drive is selected.

  • Page 23: Using Menus To Play Mp3

    Using menus to play MP3 VOLUME INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP TIMER ERASE REC MODE...

  • Page 24: Using On-Screen Menus And Status Messages

    Using on-screen menus and Status messages INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS DISPLAY TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER On-screen menus Press [DISPLAY]. Disc Soundtrack Play...

  • Page 25: Status Messages

    Play menu—Change the play sequence This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Repeat Play ≥All [VCD] [CD] (excluding MP3 discs) ≥Chapter [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] ≥Group [DVD-A] [CD] (MP3 discs only) ≥PL (Play list) [HDD] [RAM] ≥Title [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] ≥Track...

  • Page 26: Editing Titles/Chapters

    Editing titles/chapters INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 STOP PAUSE DIRECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Title/Chapter Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter.

  • Page 27: Title Operations

    Title operations Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER]. § Erase [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] ≥The available recording time on DVD-R does not increase when you erase titles. Information (e.g., time and date) is shown. Properties [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] ➡...

  • Page 28: Creating, Editing And Playing Play Lists

    Creating, editing and playing play lists INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] You can arrange the chapters (➡ page 26) to create a play list. Title Chapter Chapter...

  • Page 29: Editing And Playing Play Lists/Chapters

    Editing and playing play lists/chapters Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “PLAY LIST” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the play list. To start play ➡ Press [ENTER]. To edit ➡ Step 4. PLAY LIST PLAY LIST VIEW 12/10 SUN 0:30...

  • Page 30: Entering Text

    Entering text INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL ¢ CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters: [HDD] [RAM] Title...

  • Page 31: Transferring (Dubbing) Titles Or Play Lists

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (dub) on this unit. ∫ Transferring (dubbing) direction You can transfer (dub) your favorite titles and play lists to an archive disc. ≥Transferring (dubbing) a play list will create a title.

  • Page 32: One Touch Transfer (Dubbing)

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL INPUT SELECT -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3,4,2,1 TOP MENU ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER...

  • Page 33: Transferring (Dubbing) A Finalized Dvd-R

    Press [3, 4] to select “Start Dubbing” and press [ENTER]. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] to start transferring (dubbing). Transferring (dubbing) list icons Titles and play lists that can be transferred (dubbed) in high speed mode to DVD-R (➡page 37) Title with “One time only recording”...

  • Page 34: Functions Window

    FUNCTIONS window INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily.

  • Page 35: Disc Name

    ≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes. ≥You cannot finalize DVD-R recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. ≥If you finalize a recorded DVD-R on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not display. Before...

  • Page 36: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings Common procedures < OPEN/CLOSE INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Summary of settings The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
  • Page 37 DVD-R. You cannot transfer (dub) titles to a DVD-R using the high speed mode if you recorded the programme on a DVD recorder that does not have the “DVD-R Rec for High Speed mode” function, even when transferring (dubbing) to the HDD with this setting “On”.
  • Page 38 Changing the unit’s settings Tabs PLAY k1.3 & Audio during Search Sound You may hear sound regardless of this setting with some discs. Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. Bilingual Audio Selection Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type when: –Recording or transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R.
  • Page 39 Tabs Menus Connection TV Aspect (➡ page 10) Progressive (➡ page 10) TV System (➡page 41) AV1 Output Selects the output from the AV1 terminal. Select “RGB (without component)” for RGB output. Select “Video (with component)” or “S-Video (with component)” for component output.

  • Page 40: Tuning

    Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 36. Tuning While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “SETUP” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4] to select “Tuning” and press [1]. SETUP Manual Auto-Setup Restart Tuning Others Manual...

  • Page 41: Tv System

    Auto-Setup Restart You can restart auto channel setting if Auto-Setup (➡ page 9) fails for some reason. Press [3, 4] to select “Auto-Setup Restart” and press [ENTER]. The confirmation screen appears. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. The country setting menu appears.

  • Page 42: Clock Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 36. Clock settings In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “SETUP” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4] to select the “Others”...

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications Recording system DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM), DVD-Video format (DVD-R) Recordable discs DVD-RAM: 12 cm 4.7 GB, 12 cm 9.4 GB, 8 cm 2.8 GB 12 cm 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0) DVD-R: 12 cm 4.7 GB, 8 cm 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0) 12 cm 4.7 GB (for General Ver.

  • Page 44: Glossary

    Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs.

  • Page 45: Frequently Asked Questions

    If you have a CRT television or a multi system television using PAL mode that is compatible with progressive scan, we cannot recommend progressive output as some flickering can occur. ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 576P (625P)/480P (525P) input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

  • Page 46: Error Messages

    Error messages On the television Cannot finish recording completely. Cannot playback this title. TV system is different from the setting. To playback this title, please change the TV System in SETUP. Cannot record on the disc. Please check the disc. Unable to format.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting Guide

    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, consult your dealer for instructions. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit: ≥Regular disc rotating sounds.
  • Page 48 ≥Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, you may be unable to record onto them if you either insert and remove the disc or switch the unit on and off while a disc is loaded, a total of fifty times. ≥A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. Page 7, 8, 38 —...
  • Page 49 Play starts but then stops immediately. DVD-RAM using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection. ≥When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8 Hour)” mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM.
  • Page 50 Troubleshooting guide Edit Cannot format. Cannot create chapters. Cannot mark the start point or the end point during “Partial Erase” operation. Cannot erase chapters. The available recording time doesn’t increase even after erasing recordings on the disc. Cannot create a play list. RQT7462 ≥The disc is dirty.

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    Maintenance Unit care 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. 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.

  • Page 52: Index

    Gemstar Development Corporation. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Finalize ..... . 35, 44 Flexible Recording ....16 Format disc .

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