Panasonic DMR-E50 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

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
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are pro-
vided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
Features
This unit allows recording of high quality video on
DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media with
fast random access. This media also out performs past
tape formats in ease of operation.
H Exceptional sound and picture quality when
recording
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Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high quality
sound recordings.
*The encoder system used for recording is called "Hybrid VBR" and
allows high quality recordings.
n Fast access to the program you want to watch
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Use the Direct Navigator to find a program you have recorded and
start play.
n Make your own DVD-Video
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Finalizing a DVD-R that has been recorded on produces an origi-
nal DVD-Video in accordance with DVD-Video standards.
*In addition to DVD-Video movie software, this unit can also play
other types of discs including audio CDs and Video CDs. This
means that this unit has the potential to play a central role in your
home entertainment, from high-end home theater through to CD
playback.
H Maximum 12 hours on DVD-RAM
*Using a double sided, 9.4 GB DVD-RAM allows you to record a
maximum of 12 hours (6 hours continuously).
*You can also use the FR (Flexible Recording) mode to fit record-
ings efficiently onto the available space on the disc.
n Editing your recording m
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You can divide programs (+page 32).
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Use play lists ('page 28) to select your favorite scenes and rear-
range them to play in any order you like.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched partic-
ularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufac-
turer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-
mally, or has been dropped.
W MP3 disc play (spage 21)
You can also play MP3 files recorded on CD-R and CD-RW, as well
as DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-Video, Video CDs and CDs.
H Progressive Scan
By connecting the component video terminal of this unit to a pro-
gressive scan television, it is possible to enjoy the high quality pic-
ture rendered by the progressive scan function.
n Quick View (+page 19)
You can speed up play to make checking the contents faster. Both
video and sound are played faster.
n The FUNCTIONS window shows you most of the
features you can use (+page 23)
The FUNCTIONS window has most of the features and functions
you are likely to use regularly. Just select the icon for the operation
you want to perform.
n Watch a program while you are recording it
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Chasing play
You can watch a program from the start while you are still recording it.
Simultaneous ret and play
You can record a program while watching one you recorded
previously.
Time Slip
You can jump back to review a piece of action you missed while
recording by pressing the time slip button.
*During playback, you can specify a length of time to jump to the
scene you wish to view.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem
with the unit or disc, and accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by such
loss.
Examples of causes of such losses are
*A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company.
*A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit.
*A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this unit.