Panasonic DMR-HS2 Operating Instructions Manual
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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 "1".
≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing "1" or
"ALL".
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This manual was printed with soy based ink.
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HARD DISK DRIVE
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DVD VIDEO RECORDER
Operating Instructions
Model No.
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 ref-
erence.
[For\U.S.A.]
The warranty can be found on page 72.
[For\Canada]
The warranty can be found on page 73.
En las páginas 74 y 75 hay una guía de referen-
cia rápida en español.
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DMR-HS2
RQT6570-P
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
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 “1”. ≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or “ALL”. -
Page 2: Accessories
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. (U.S.A. only) Product Registration Card Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at:http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ RQT6570 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. -
Page 4: Features
Features This unit allows recording of high quality video on HDD and DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media with fast random access. This media also out performs past tape formats in ease of operation. ∫ Maximum 52 hours on HDD (Hard Disk Drive) ( page 19) This model is installed with a high capacity 40 GB hard disk capable of recording a maximum of 52 hours (6 hours continuously). -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Accessories ......... . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . -
Page 6: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU ENTER FUNCTIONS < PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP > OPEN/CLOSE STATUS INPUT SELECT CM SKIP SET UP AUDIO ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER How to open the remote control Hold both sides of the remote control’s cover to open it. -
Page 7: Main Unit
Main unit Controls such as 1 function the same as the buttons on the remote control. U Remote control signal sensor ..... . . 10 V PC card slot (PC CARD) . -
Page 8: Disc Information
9.4 GB DVD-RAM (these are CPRM compatible). It is not possible to record onto DVD-R or 2.8-GB DVD-RAM. ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs as they have been confirmed to be compatible with this unit. Other discs may not perform correctly. -
Page 9: Pc Card
PC card PC cards capable of displaying and sav- § ≥SD Memory Card § ≥Multi Media Card § ≥Compact Flash § ≥Smart Media § ≥Memory Stick ≥ATA Flash PC card § A PC card adapter conforming to PC card standards is necessary. ≥Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16 ≥This unit is compatible with Type II PC cards. -
Page 10: Disc Handling
Disc handling Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped. (These can damage the unit.) ∫ How to hold a disc Do not touch the recorded surface. ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Moisture may condense on discs after they are brought inside from the cold. -
Page 11: Step 2 Antenna And Television Connections
≥When playing back, select Video in the on-screen menu and set “Transfer” according to the type of material being played ( page 52). For your reference All Panasonic televisions that have 480P input terminals are com- patible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of tele- vision. AUDIO... -
Page 12: Step 3 Plug-In Auto Tuning
STEP Plug-in Auto Tuning POWER Í, DVD POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT POWER Í/I After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit auto- matically tunes in all the channels it can receive and sets the clock. -
Page 13: If Plug-In Auto Tuning Fails
POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons VOLUME CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST MENU MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS RETURN PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP ADD/DLT OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SKIP SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP SET UP ERASE... -
Page 14: Step 4 Vcr Plusi Guide Channel Settings
STEP VCR Plusi guide channel settings CANCEL CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO SET UP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plusi codes for timer recording. -
Page 15: Other Channel Settings
Other channel settings Press [SET UP] to show the menus. Press [3, 4] to select “Channel” and press [1]. SET UP Antenna System CATV Auto Channel Setting Channel Caption Channel Preset Channel Caption Set Up Manual Channel Caption Disc Video VCR Plusi CH Setting Audio Display... -
Page 16: Step 5 Selecting Tv Screen Type
STEP Selecting TV screen type POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP SET UP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER Change the settings if you: ≥Connect the unit to a widescreen 16:9 aspect television. -
Page 17: Step 6 Television Operation
VOLUME ∫ Operation Point the remote control at the television. Operation On and off Video input mode Channels Volume Manufacturer Panasonic/National QUASAR Panasonic/National QUASAR MAGNAVOX SYLVANIA PHILIPS (RC-5) ZENITH THOMSON RCA GE SHARP SHARP SONY TOSHIBA SANYO FISHER... -
Page 18: Recording Television Programs
Recording television programs DVD record lamp HDD record lamp Inserting discs [RAM] [DVD-R] Cartridge discs Insert label-up with the arrow facing in. (Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to record is facing up.) ≥When using 8 cm (3 ) DVD-RAM, remove the disc from the cartridge and insert it, making sure you align it with the groove. -
Page 19: Notes On Recording
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Subsequent to page 20, reference is made to steps 1-3 only where necessary. Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive ( Drive, page 66) The HDD or DVD button lights up on the unit. ≥It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD drive simultaneously. -
Page 20: Watching The Television While Recording
Recording television programs POWER Í Í TV/VIDEO VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons CANCEL ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3, 4, 2, 1 MENU ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT STATUS OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER Watching the television while recording [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Pictures being recorded are unaffected. -
Page 21: Playing While You Are Recording
Playing while you are recording POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC VOLUME CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST DIRECT MENU NAVIGATOR MENU ENTER FUNCTIONS RETURN PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP Playing from the beginning of the pro- gram you are recording—Chasing play [HDD] [RAM] During recording... -
Page 22: Playing Discs
Playing discs Numbered buttons TOP MENU Auto power-off 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 ( Up—Off Timer). RQT6570 ∫ D, E ∫... -
Page 23: When A Menu Screen Appears On The Television
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] Subsequent to Resume Function ( right), reference is made to steps 1-3 only where necessary. Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the playback drive Drive, page 66) The HDD or DVD button lights up on the unit. -
Page 24: Skipping Programs And Commercials
Skipping programs and commercials POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER Skipping... -
Page 25: Playing Still Pictures (Jpeg)
Playing still pictures (JPEG) Numbered buttons VOLUME CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST MENU MENU ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS RETURN PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SKIP INPUT SELECT CM SKIP SET UP AUDIO ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER ERASE [CARD] [HDD] [RAM] Inserting/Removing the PC card Carry out insertion/removal of the PC card after turning the... -
Page 26: Using The Direct Navigator
Using the Direct Navigator POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER ERASE [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]... -
Page 27: Playing Play Lists
Playing play lists POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons VOLUME CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST MENU MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS RETURN PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SKIP INPUT SELECT CM SKIP SET UP AUDIO... -
Page 28: Other Methods Of Play
Other methods of play POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons CANCEL CANCEL ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER You can mark positions by pressing [MARKER]. -
Page 29: Program Play
Program play [CD] [VCD] You can select up to 100 tracks to play in the order you choose. Preparation Press [DVD] to select DVD drive. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. The FUNCTIONS window appears ( page 53). Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “PRO- GRAM PLAY”... -
Page 30: Changing Audio
Changing audio DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS AUDIO SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] You can change the audio being received or played. During reception or play Press [AUDIO]. -
Page 31: Recording From An External Device
Recording from an external device POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC REC MODE VOLUME CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST MENU MENU ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS RETURN PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SKIP SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP ERASE... -
Page 32: Dubbing Programs Or Play List
Dubbing programs or play list Numbered buttons CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3, 4, 2, 1 MENU ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER DUBBING [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] ≥It is possible to dub a program or play list to another drive. ≥Dubbing a play list will create a program. -
Page 33: One Touch Dubbing (Hdd Dvd)
[Note] ≥The contents of dubbing lists will remain in the memory even after the power has been turned off. In the case of the DVD drive, the contents are erased if [<] is pressed. However, note that if pro- grams and play lists are erased, all the dubbing lists will also be erased. -
Page 34: Timer Recording
Timer recording POWER Í, DVD POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC VCR Plusr Numbered buttons CANCEL CANCEL ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT PROG/CHECK [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Preparation ≥Ensure the clock (and guide channels for VCR Plusr recording, page 14) are set correctly. -
Page 35: Manually Programming Timer Recordings
Manually programming timer recordings You can enter up to 32 programs up to a month in advance. Each daily or weekly program is counted as one program. Press [PROG/CHECK]. The timer recording list appears. TIMER TIMER Remain HDD RECORDING No CHANNEL DATE 64 ABC 3/ 26 TUE... -
Page 36: Auto Renewal Recording
Timer recording POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons CANCEL CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT Auto Renewal Recording If you record a program onto HDD repeatedly everyday or every week using timer recording, the unit will record the new program over the old one. -
Page 37: Change Or Delete The Program
Change or delete the program Press [PROG/CHECK]. The timer recording list appears. Press [3, 4] to select the program. ≥You may also select programs by inputting a 2-digit number using the numbered buttons. ≥Press [2, 1] to move to the page preceding or following the one on display. -
Page 38: Hdd, Disc Setting
HDD, Disc setting Operation Preparation Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “DISC SETTING” and press [ENTER]. DISC SETTING e.g., DVD-RAM Prog # Free 0 : 42 (SP) DISC SETTING Used 0 : 58... - Page 39 ≥ Programs longer than 5 minutes are divided into about five-minute chapters. ≥ These DVD-R can be played on other Panasonic DVD players, but this is not guaranteed. Play may not be possible due to the player you are using, the DVD-R, or the condition of the recording.
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Page 40: Editing Programs
Editing programs Operation Preparation Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. e.g., DVD-RAM DIRECT NAVIGATOR DATE TIME TITLE EDIT 6/20 WED 10 : 00 AM Dinosaur 6/20 WED 9 : 00 PM Auto action 6/20 WED 11 : 00 PM USJ TOTAL 3 SELECT... - Page 41 Press [2] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER]. Press [2] to set (or The lock symbol cancel) protection appears when the and press [ENTER]. program is write- protected. Shorten Segment Press [ENTER] at the start point of SELECT the section you ENTER RETURN want to erase.
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Page 42: Editing Play Lists
Editing play lists Operation Preparation Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive. While stopped Press [PLAY LIST]. e.g., DVD-RAM PLAY LIST - - - - - - No DATE TOTAL SCENE TITLE EDIT 01 10/23 0:03 Dinosaur 02 10/26 0:07 0 ~ 9 03 10/21 0:06... - Page 43 ∫ Add (maximum 999 scenes) Press [3, 4, 2, 1] Press [ENTER] to select the place at the start point where you want to of the scene. add the scene and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4] to select “Next” and press [ENTER]. (Repeat to add other scenes.) ∫...
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Page 44: Creating Play Lists
Creating play lists POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP [HDD] [RAM] Specify start and end points to create scenes, then specify the order in which they are to be played. -
Page 45: Entering Text
Entering text POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [CARD] This page shows how to enter text for: ≥Disc titles ( page 38) ≥Program titles for timer recording ( pages 34 and 35) ≥Program titles ( page 40) -
Page 46: Editing Still Pictures (Jpeg)
Editing still pictures (JPEG) Operation While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “JPEG” and press [ENTER]. e.g., PC card: First page JPEG INPUT PC card 100_PANA Album Slide Show Copy SELECT All copy of PC card ENTER RETURN Press [3, 4] to select... - Page 47 Press [2] and Press [3,4] to [3,4] to select select still picture’s the drive and folder and press press [1]. [ENTER]. [Note] ≥ “Picture” and “Files” refer to numbers inside the folder selected. Lower files are not included. ≥ If there is more than one upper folder, pressing [:], [9] will switch between them [ page 9, “Folders that can be displayed/saved”...
- Page 48 Editing still pictures (JPEG) Operation While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “JPEG” and press [ENTER]. e.g., PC card: Second page JPEG PC card 100_PANA Erase Protect Print (DPOF) SELECT Settings ENTER RETURN Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [ENTER].
- Page 49 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a Once activated, material cannot be returned to its still picture and press [ENTER]. original form, including A check mark appears on protected still pictures. the still picture. Check carefully before proceeding. ≥ Repeat this if you erase more than one still picture.
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Page 50: Using On-Screen Menus
Using on-screen menus POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT Common procedures Press [DISPLAY]. e.g. DVD-RAM Disc Sound track Play Subtitle Video Audio channel Audio Menu Item Press [3, 4] to select the menu and... -
Page 51: Play Menu
Play menu e.g., DVD-RAM Disc A-B repeat Play Repeat play Video † † † † † † † † † † Marker 1s10 Audio Item [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] A-B repeat You can repeat a section between points A and B within a program or title. -
Page 52: Video Menu
Using on-screen menus Video menu Not available when playing CDs. [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] Disc Picture Play MPEG-DNR Video Audio Item Picture Normal Soft: Fine: Cinema: User: MPEG-DNR (When any item other than “User” is selected) You can turn the recommended settings for 3D NR, block NR, and mosquito NR on and off. -
Page 53: Using The Functions Window
Using the FUNCTIONS window POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC VOLUME CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST 3, 4, 2, 1 MENU MENU ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS RETURN PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] By using the function window you may access the main functions... -
Page 54: On-Screen Displays
On-screen displays POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP STATUS OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER Display examples (HDD) a HDD/Disc indication b Audio type ( page 30) PLAY... -
Page 55: Home Theater
Home Theater Refer to the relevant pages for details. Enjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts What you want to do Enjoying CATV/Sat- ellite broadcasts Enjoying more powerful sound Enjoying 5.1- channel surround sound with Dolby Digital and DTS Enjoying stereo or Dolby Pro Logic Other uses Record to digital recording equipment or cassette deck ( page 57) Record from a video cassette recorder ( page 58) -
Page 56: Connecting A Cable Tv Box/Satellite Receiver
Home Theater ≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥The signal from the cable TV box or satellite receiver passes through this unit to the television even when this unit is turned off. Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service, to enjoy viewing their programming. -
Page 57: Connecting An Amplifier Or System Component
Connecting an amplifier or system component This model can play Dolby Digital, but only in two channels. This model does not have a DTS decoder. You must connect a unit with a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder to enjoy surround sound. Digital connection To enjoy multi-channel surround sound... -
Page 58: Connecting Other Video Equipment
Home Theater Connecting other video equipment Connecting to the L2 input terminals on the front of the unit POWER yellow white red § S video cable Audio/Video cable (included) yellow white red VIDEO S VIDEO Other video equipment Connect to the video and audio output terminals. §... -
Page 59: Other Antenna Connections
Other antenna connections Other antenna connection to the unit Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead. ∫ A single twin lead 300–75 ≠ transformer (not included) from the antenna (Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable ∫ A twin lead and a coaxial cable from the antenna VHF/UHF band mixer (not included) -
Page 60: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Summary of settings This chart shows the initial settings for this unit. See page 62 for details on menu operation. ≥Underlined items are the factory presets. Tabs Channel Antenna System ( page 13) Select to suit the type of antenna you are using. Channels are set corresponding to the antenna system you select. - Page 61 Tabs Menus Video Seamless Play Turn seamless play on or off on discs with play lists. ≥Seamless Play does not effect programs that have been recorded with LPCM sound. Dubbing Aspect You may set the aspect ratio for a picture to be viewed on a 4:3 television.
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Page 62: Common Procedures
Changing the unit’s settings POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC Numbered buttons CANCEL CANCEL DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP SET UP SET UP ERASE... -
Page 63: Audio Channel For Dv Input
Audio channel for DV input Stereo 1 :Records sound (L1, R1) when DV recording is taking place. Stereo 2 :Records added sound such as narration (L2, R2) subsequent to original recording. :Records both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2. ≥L1+L2 are recorded in L and R1+R2 are recorded in R, except for SAP. -
Page 64: Clock Settings
Changing the unit’s settings CANCEL SLOW/SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT DISPLAY TIME SLIP OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SET UP AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP SET UP SET UP ERASE DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER Clock settings Press [SET UP] to show the menus. -
Page 65: Changing The Remote Control Code
DUBBING POSITION MEMORY MARKER FUNCTIONS RETURN Most of the DVD recorders and players manufactured by Panasonic use the same remote control system. If you have more than one piece of equipment placed in proximity to each other, they may all respond to the signal. -
Page 66: Glossary
Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 chan- nel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is the copyright protection technology that is used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once (e.g. -
Page 67: Error Messages
Error messages On the television ≥You haven’t inserted a disc. Correctly insert a disc that this unit can use. No disc. ≥The disc is upside down. If it is a single-sided disc, insert it so the label is facing up. ≥The unit cannot record on the disc you inserted. -
Page 68: 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: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail [email protected], or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). - Page 69 Sound ≥Check the connections. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. No sound. Low volume. ≥Turn V.S.S. off if it causes distortion. Distorted sound. ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the desired audio type. Cannot hear the desired ≥Go to Audio in the SETUP menus and choose the correct setting with “Select MTS for DVD-R audio type.
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Page 70: Maintenance
Troubleshooting guide Recording and timer recording Cannot record. VCR Plusr programming does not work properly. Timer recording does not work properly. The timer program remains even after recording finishes. Timer recording does not stop even when [∫] is pressed. The available recording time doesn’t increase even after erasing recordings on the disc. -
Page 71: Specifications
Product information For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail [email protected], or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). -
Page 72: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)
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 Pana- sonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. Customer Services Directory For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm;... -
Page 73: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)
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. -
Page 74: Guía De Referencia Rápida En Español (Spanish Quick Referece)
Guía de referencia rápida en español Conexiones de antena y televisor Televisor Cable de alimentación de CA (incluido) Conéctelo en último lugar. Conecte también los cables de alimentación de CA de otros equipos. A la toma de CA de casa (CA 120 V, 60 Hz) Ventilador de refrigeración AC IN ~... - Page 75 Grabación de programas de televisión [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Pulse [Í, POWER] encender el aparato. Pulse [HDD] o [DVD] para seleccionar la unidad de grabación. El botón HDD o DVD se enciende en el aparato. ≥No es posible grabar simultáneamente en la HDD (unidad de disco duro) y en la unidad DVD.
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Page 76: Index
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2002 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Printed in Japan FUNCTIONS window .