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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.
P PC
Operating Instructions
DVD Video Recorder
Model No.
For U.S.A. only
The warranty can be found on page 71.
For Canada only
The warranty can be found on page 72.
La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 75–83.
DMR-E75V
VQT0H76-1
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
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. P PC Operating Instructions DVD Video Recorder DMR-E75V Model No. -
Page 2: Before Use
Before Use Warning and Important Information 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. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
(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/ Useful features You can enjoy both VHS and DVD with this unit. This DVD Video recorder records high quality images to rapid random access capable DVD-RAM media. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
- Manual Channel Captions...16 STEP 4 Set up to match your TV and remote control...17 ≥Selecting TV type ...17 ≥TV operation...17 ≥When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control ...17 ( ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ [[DVD]] ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ) Discs ...18 ≥Discs you can use ...18 ≥More about DVD-RAM and DVD-R ...18... - Page 5 Before Use Playback Playing a video cassette ...49 Fast-forward / Rewind...49 Cue / Review ...49 Jet Search...49 Slow ...49 Jet Rewind ...49 S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) ...50 Repeat Playback...50 Adjusting the playback picture ...50 ≥Manual tracking ...50 ≥Vertical locking adjustment...50 Recording Recording TV programs...51 Watching the TV while recording ...51...
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Page 6: Control Reference Guide
Before Use Control reference guide ∫ Remote control DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU SUB MENU (10) PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS (11) (12) VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC (13) (14) CHAPTER... -
Page 7: Batteries
Before Use ∫ Batteries ≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Do not: ≥mix old and new batteries. ≥use different types at the same time. ≥heat or expose to flame. ≥take apart or short circuit. -
Page 8: The Unit's Display
Before Use ∫ The unit’s display Common to DVD/VHS [A] Main display ≥Current time ≥VHS recording and play counter ≥Timer recording start time ≥Miscellaneous messages, etc. [B] Transfer (Dubbing) direction indicator [C] Main display ≥Disc play counter ≥Timer recording end time ≥Miscellaneous messages, etc. -
Page 9: Step 1 Connection
Before Use STEP 1 Connection ∫ Examples of equipment you can connect to this unit’s terminals From AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals Other equipment Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit. Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. -
Page 10: Connecting A Tv And Vcr
Before Use ≥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. ∫ Connecting a TV and VCR indicates included accessories. indicates accessories not included. are required connections. -
Page 11: Connecting A Cable Tv Box/Satellite Receiver
Before Use ∫ Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver ≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. ≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box or satellite receiver. To AUDIO/VIDEO IN Audio/Video cable DVD/VHS COMMON OUT R - AUDIO - L... -
Page 12: Connecting Amplifier Or System Component
Before Use Connecting amplifier or system component ∫ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video (digital connection) Connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder with these logo marks. ≥Use an optical digital audio cable. ≥Change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” (l 44). ≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD. -
Page 13: Step 2 Plug-In Auto Tuning
Before Use STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning DVD/VHS POWER Í POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK PLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing [Í, DVD/VHS 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. -
Page 14: If Plug-In Auto Tuning Fails
Before Use DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP PLAY SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP... -
Page 15: Step 3 Channel Settings
Before Use STEP 3 Channel settings ∫ Guide channel settings for VCR Plusi system Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plusi system for timer recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart showing the channels, station names, and guide channels. e.g., Guide Channel... -
Page 16: Channel Captions
Before Use ∫ Channel captions DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons VCR Plus+ CANCEL/RESET CM SKIP PLAY SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER RETURN SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY... -
Page 17: Step 4 Set Up To Match Your Tv And Remote Control
∫ When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control Change the remote control code on the main unit and on the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. Use “1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances. -
Page 18: Dvd
ARecording BPlayback °° The remaining capacity of the disc will not be increased even if erased. Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs. http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R ∫ More about DVD-RAM and DVD-R DVD-RAM ≥This unit is compatible with the Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM) system so you can record broadcasts that allow one copy, such as some CATV broadcasts, onto 4.7 GB/9.4 GB... -
Page 19: Discs That Cannot Be Played
Before Use Discs that cannot be played ≥2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5z) ≥3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring ≥Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment ≥PAL discs (you can still play the audio on DVD-Audio) ≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, iR, iRW, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD, CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, Divx Video Disc, etc. -
Page 20: Inserting Discs
Before Use Inserting discs Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the tray. You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc. Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to close the tray. ≥If you insert a DVD-RAM with the write-protect tab set to “PROTECT”... -
Page 21: Playback
Playback Playing discs DVD/VHS POWER Í POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT Numeric Buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. -
Page 22: Fast Forward And Rewind-Search
Playback DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT Numeric Buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX :, 9 DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 2, 1 2;, ;1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC CHAPTER DVD ERASE DUBBING CHAPTER JET REW... -
Page 23: Displaying The Tv Image As A Picture-In-Picture/Selecting An Amount Of Time To Skip-Time Slip
Playback Displaying the TV image as a picture-in- picture/ Selecting an amount of time to skip — Time Slip [RAM] [DVD-R] Skips the specified time. Displays the TV image being received as a picture-in-picture. During play Press [TIME SLIP]. (Press again to cancel.) ≥You will hear the playback audio. -
Page 24: Using Menus To Play Mp3 Discs
Playback DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT Numeric Buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. -
Page 25: Recording
Recording Playing while you are recording [RAM] Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. Hint ≥Sound is not output while fast-forwarding. ∫ Chasing play You can start play from the beginning of the title while continuing to record it. While recording or timer recording Press [1, PLAY]. -
Page 26: Recording Tv Programs
Recording DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons AUDIO CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER RETURN SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS... -
Page 27: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times
Recording ∫ Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. DVD-RAM Single-sided Double-sided (4.7 GB) XP (High quality) SP (Normal) LP (Long play) EP (Extra long play) 8 (6°) EP (6H)°... -
Page 28: Timer Recording
Timer Recording DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS PROG/CHECK VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC REC MODE CHAPTER... -
Page 29: Check, Change Or Delete Programs
Timer Recording Note ≥“ ” flashes when the unit cannot perform timer recording (non- recordable disc or protected disc, etc.). Check the disc carefully. ≥The actual time recorded may be longer than the program itself when TV programs are recorded using VCR Plus_ system. ≥When recording more than one program in a row, for DVD-RAM the first few seconds, and for DVD-R about the first 30 seconds of all programs from the second one onwards will not be recorded. -
Page 30: Advanced Operations
Advanced Operations DISC SETTING DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS PLAY OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP [RAM] [DVD-R] Preparation ≥Release protection (disc l below, cartridge l 18). [RAM] ≥Press [DVD]. -
Page 31: Format Disc
- There is a pause of several seconds between titles. - Titles are divided into about 5-minute° chapters. ° This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode of recording. ≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs. For U.S.A.: http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R For Canada: http://www.panasonic.ca... -
Page 32: Entering Text
Advanced Operations DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT Numeric Buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS Entering text [RAM] [DVD-R] You can give names to recorded titles, etc. -
Page 33: Using The Direct Navigator
Advanced Operations Using the Direct Navigator [RAM] [DVD-R] Title/Chapter Programs are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. Title Chapter Start You can divide a title into multiple chapters. [RAM] (l 23, “Create chapters”, l 35, “Divide Chapter”) Title Chapter Chapter... -
Page 34: Edit
Advanced Operations DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX :, 9 DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS 11 Enter Name [RAM] [DVD-R] Refer to “Entering text”. (l 32) For your reference ≥The full name is shown in the “Properties”... -
Page 35: Chapter View
Advanced Operations 11 Divide Title [RAM] You can divide a selected title into two. You must make sure when dividing a title because it cannot be recovered after the procedure. Press [ENTER] DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title DVD-RAM at the point you want to divide the title. -
Page 36: Using Play List
Advanced Operations Using play list DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons AUDIO CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH :, 9 PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN... -
Page 37: Playing Play Lists
Advanced Operations ∫ Playing play lists [RAM] Preparation ≥Create play list first (l 36). ≥Press [DVD]. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. (l 47) Select “PLAY LIST” with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the play list and press [ENTER]. -
Page 38: Edit
Advanced Operations DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons AUDIO CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH :, 9 PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER RETURN SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK... -
Page 39: Chapter View
Advanced Operations 1 Chapter View Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a desired chapter. ≥You can also select a chapter from the chapter view by entering a 3-digit number with the numeric buttons. [0] )[0] )[5] e.g.: “5”: [0] )[1] )[5] “15”: ≥If you enter a number larger than the total number of chapters, the last chapter is selected. -
Page 40: Using Display Menus
Advanced Operations Using DISPLAY menus DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 1 SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS DISPLAY VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC CHAPTER DVD ERASE DUBBING [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] Remote control only... -
Page 41: Play Menu
Advanced Operations 1 Play menu [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [MP3] Disc Repeat Play Play Video Audio Repeat play This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] Title,.Chapter,.OFF ^--------------------------J [CD] [VCD] Track,.All,.OFF ^-------------------J 1 Video menu [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD]... -
Page 42: Various Settings
Various Settings DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS DVD/VHS OUTPUT OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons AUDIO CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY... -
Page 43: Summary Of Settings
Various Settings Summary of settings This description shows the initial settings for this unit. For details on menu operation (l 42). ≥Underlined items are the factory presets. ∫ Channel Antenna System (l 14) [TV] [CATV] Auto Channel Setting (l 14) Preset Channel Captions (l 16) Manual Channel Captions... - Page 44 Various Settings Underlined items are the factory presets. ∫ Video 3-D Y/C Separation [On] [Off] Reduces noise by separating the luminance (Y) and color (C) signals when recording. Reduces the ghosting that occurs when recording fast moving images. (l 63, “VBR”) [RAM] Hybrid VBR Resolution [Automatic] [Fixed] Automatic The resolution is automated to provide efficient...
- Page 45 Various Settings Underlined items are the factory presets. ª Display Status Messages Choose whether to show status messages automatically or not. [Automatic] [Off] On-screen Language Choose the language for these menus and the on-screen messages. [English] [Español] [Français] Blue Background Select whether to show the blue background, normally shown when TV reception is poor.
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Page 46: Clock Settings
Various Settings Clock Settings DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT PLAY TRACKING/V-LOCK DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC ADD/DLT 1 Auto Clock Setting Select “Auto Clock Setting”... -
Page 47: Functions Window
Various Settings FUNCTIONS window By using the FUNCTIONS window you can access the main functions quickly and easily. Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. DISC PROTECTION OFF DVD-RAM CARTRIDGE PROTECTION OFF Play back DIRECT NAVIGATOR Record TIMER RECORDING Dubbing FLEXIBLE RECORDING PLAY LIST / Edit... -
Page 48: Vhs
Before Use Inserting video cassette The surface from which you can see a roll of tape should face up, Insert a video cassette. ≥This unit is automatically turned on. ∫ To eject a video cassette ≥You can eject a video cassette when the unit is in standby mode. It switches back to standby once it ejects the video cassette. -
Page 49: Playing A Video Cassette
Playback Playing a video cassette DVD/VHS POWER Í POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY ∫ VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC DIRECT NAVIGATOR CHAPTER DVD ERASE DUBBING 6 JET REW TOP MENU JET REW Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. -
Page 50: S-Vhs Quasi Playback (Sqpb)
Playback DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons AUDIO CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP REC MODE VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC... -
Page 51: Recording
Recording Recording TV programs Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Check that the clock is set to the correct time. If it has not been set, refer to page 46. ≥Press [VHS]. Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. -
Page 52: Timer Recording
Timer Recording DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Numeric Buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS PROG/CHECK VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC REC MODE CHAPTER... -
Page 53: Auto Sp/Ep Mode
Timer Recording Auto SP/EP mode If, at the beginning of a timer program, there is not enough tape remaining to complete the recording, the SP/EP function will automatically run the tape at EP speed. This ensures that the entire program will be recorded. If EP mode is not enough to stretch the remaining tape to fit the whole program you will not be able to record all of the TV program. -
Page 54: Advanced Operations
Advanced Operations DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [VHS]. -
Page 55: Set The Category
Advanced Operations ∫ Set the category You can find what kind of programs are recorded CATEGORY SETTING with the character and the icon indicators. ≥MOVIE Preparation ≥MUSIC ≥Press [VHS]. ≥DRAMA ≥EDUCA Press [DIRECT ≥DOCUM NAVIGATOR]. Press [DIRECT SELECT: NAVIGATOR] several times to select the program and press [1]. -
Page 56: Various Settings
Various Settings DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC CHAPTER DVD ERASE DUBBING Changing the unit’s settings Preparation... -
Page 57: Various On-Screen Display Indications
Various Settings Preparation ≥Press [VHS]. Various on-screen display indications To see these displays, set the “OSD” item in the “VHS MENU” to “ON” (l 56). Press [STATUS]. The time and operation details appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. CH 1 STEREO Channel display... -
Page 58: [[Dvd/Vhs]]
Advanced Operations Transfer (Dubbing) from VHS DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH AUDIO PLAY ∫ CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC ADD/DLT TOP MENU VHS MENU... -
Page 59: Manual Transfer (Dubbing)
Advanced Operations ∫ Manual Transfer (Dubbing) [RAM] [DVD-R] You can specify the position to start transfer (dubbing) of the program recorded on the tape to the disc. ≥Available discs for transfer (dubbing) from tape are DVD-RAM and non-finalized DVD-R. ≥Copy-guarded video tapes cannot be dubbed. Most video tapes are copy-guarded to prevent illegal reproduction and they cannot be recorded with the following procedure. -
Page 60: Transfer (Dubbing) From Dvd
Advanced Operations Transfer (Dubbing) from DVD DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK VCR Plus+ CANCEL/RESET SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH :, 9 PLAY ∫ PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS DIRECT NAVIGATOR µ, VHS REC VHS REC REC MODE DVD REC TOP MENU REC MODE CHAPTER DVD ERASE... -
Page 61: Manual Transfer (Dubbing)
Advanced Operations ∫ Manual Transfer (Dubbing) You can specify the position to start transfer (dubbing) of the program recorded on the disc to the tape. ≥Copy-guarded discs cannot be dubbed. Most discs are copy- guarded to prevent illegal reproduction and they cannot be recorded with the following procedure. -
Page 62: Recording From An External Device
Advanced Operations Recording from an external device When connecting to the L2 input terminals on the front of the unit ≥You can also connect to the L1 input terminals on the rear of the unit. Before connecting any cables, first make sure that the power for both units is off. -
Page 63: Glossary
Helpful Hints 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. -
Page 64: Frequently Asked Questions
≥All Panasonic TV that have 480P input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of TV. ≥You can play them if the video standard is NTSC. -
Page 65: Error Messages
Helpful Hints Error messages ∫ Common On the unit’s display (“ ” stands for a number.) ∫ DVD On the TV Cannot finish recording completely. ≥The program was copy-guarded. Cannot play. Cannot record on the disc. Unable to format. Please check the disc. Cannot record. -
Page 66: Troubleshooting Guide
Helpful Hints 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 71 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information”... - Page 67 Helpful Hints Picture ≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. TV reception worsens after connecting the unit. It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. ≥Make sure that the TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S-VIDEO OUT terminal or The images from this unit do not appear on the TV.
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Page 68: Dvd
Helpful Hints ∫ DVD DVD Picture ≥Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the SETUP menu. Status messages do not appear. ≥Select “On” in “Blue Background” in the SETUP menu. The blue background does not appear. ≥Use the TV to change the aspect. If your TV does not have that function, set “Progressive” in The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. -
Page 69: Vhs
Helpful Hints DVD Recording, timer recording ≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the Cannot record. unit can record onto. ≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [RAM] ≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to “PROTECT” or the disc is protected with “DISC SETTING”. -
Page 70: Product Service
For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 71. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you. -
Page 71: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)
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: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: [email protected]... -
Page 72: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) 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 73: Specifications
Helpful Hints Specifications Power Supply: AC 120 V ±10% , 50/60 Hz ±10% Power Consumption: 32 W (Approx. 2 W in power save mode) Recording format: DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format DVD-R: DVD Video format Audio: Dolby Digital 2 CH Optical pickup System with 1 lens, 2 integration units (wavelength: 658 nm for DVD, 795 nm for CD) -
Page 74: Index
Helpful Hints Index COMMON Antenna System ... 14 Channel adding, deleting ... 14 audio (DVD) ... 40 Auto Channel Setting ... 14 captions ... 16 guide channel VCR Plus_ system ... 15 Cleaning disc, lens, main unit ... 19 video heads ... 48 Clock setting ... -
Page 75: Español
Español Antes de uso ≥Las conexiones del equipo descritas sirven en concepto de ejemplo. ≥Antes de conectar, apague todo equipo y lea las instrucciones correspondientes de funcionamiento. ≥Los equipos periféricos y los cables correspondientes y los cables opcionales se venden por separado si no está indicado de otro modo. ∫... -
Page 76: Dvd
Antes de uso DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Teclas numéricas CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS Sintonización automática por enchufe Operaciones preliminares ≥Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo correspondiente para conformar las conexiones a esta unidad. -
Page 77: Reproducción
Reproducción Introducción de discos Pulse [<, OPEN/CLOSE] en la unidad principal para abrir la bandeja. Puede Ud. insertar un disco de cartucho o sin cartucho. Pulse [Page 78: Visión Cuadro Por Cuadro
Reproducción DVD/VHS POWER Í POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Teclas numéricas CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 2;, ;1 SUB MENU ENTER PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE VHS REC REC MODE...Page 79: Grabación
Grabación Reproducción durante la grabación [RAM] Operaciones preliminares ≥Pulse [DVD]. Sugerencia ≥El sonido no funciona durante el avance rápido. ∫ Reproducción seguida Es posible empezar la reproducción desde el comienzo de un título mientras lo sigue grabando. Durante la grabación o la grabación temporizada Pulse [1, PLAY].Page 80: Ejecución De Grabaciones Temporizadas
Ejecución de grabaciones temporizadas DVD/VHS POWER Í POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Teclas numéricas AUDIO CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER RETURN SUB MENU PROG/CHECK...Page 81: Vhs
Reproducción Introducción de un cassette de vídeo Poniendo hacia arriba la superficie desde la que puede ver el rollo de la cinta, Inserte un cassette de vídeo. ≥Esta unidad se enciende automáticamente. ∫ Para expulsar el cassette de vídeo ≥Puede expulsar el cassette de vídeo cuando la unidad está en el modo de espera.Page 82: Grabación
Grabación DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO DVD/VHS OUTPUT TRACKING/V-LOCK Teclas numéricas CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK...Page 83: Ejecución De Grabaciones Temporizadas
Ejecución de grabaciones temporizadas ∫ Precauciones en la grabación temporizada Cuando llega el tiempo que se definió, la grabación temporizada inicia automáticamente. ≥La grabación temporizada puede iniciar mientras la unidad está tanto apagada como encendida. Cuando la unidad está apagada, el sonido y el vídeo no salen en el televisor. Puede introducir hasta 16 programas con un adelanto de un mes.- Page 84 Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.