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DVD Recorder

DMR-EH69
Model No.
DMR-EH59
DMR-EH49
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EC
Instructions/notes regarding SD Cards and
SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH69
model only.
Region number supported by
this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD
Recorders and DVD-Video according to where
they are sold.
≥The region number of this unit is "2".
≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with
labels containing "2" or "ALL".
Example:
2
ALL

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 the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the
following countries:
Austria/Belgium/Germany/Italy/Luxembourg/
Netherlands/Spain/Switzerland
(As of April 2009)
≥This service may not be available in some
areas in the above countries.
≥There may be changes in the service areas.
About descriptions in these operating
instructions
≥These operating instructions are applicable to
models DMR-EH69, DMR-EH59 and DMR-EH49.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these
operating instructions are of DMR-EH69.
≥[EH69] : indicates features applicable to DMR-
EH69 only.
≥[EH59] : indicates features applicable to DMR-
EH59 only.
≥[EH49] : indicates features applicable to DMR-
EH49 only.
≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as "
2
3
5
±±".
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    ≥There may be changes in the service areas. About descriptions in these operating instructions ≥These operating instructions are applicable to models DMR-EH69, DMR-EH59 and DMR-EH49. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of DMR-EH69. ≥[EH69] : indicates features applicable to DMR- EH69 only.
  • Page 2 SUOMI CAUTION! VAROITUS! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Searching programmes in the GUIDE Plus+ list by Getting started name of title — Find Titles ......39 To pause the TV programme you are watching Included accessories .

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Included accessories Getting started Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of April 2009. These may be subject to change.) ∏ ∏ ∏ ∏ (N2QAYB000329) 1 Remote control 1 AC mains lead 1 RF coaxial cable 2 Batteries For use with this unit only.

  • Page 5: Hdd (Hard Disk Drive) Handling Care

    ∫ 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. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).

  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    Control reference guide Quick Start Guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on ( 2 Select drive [HDD, DVD or SD ([EH69])] ( 19, 20) Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT]. 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer programmes, still ...

  • Page 7: Easy Access To Various Functions - Function Menu Display

    Main unit [EH69] Pull to flip down the front panel. 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) ( 7 Open/Close disc tray ( Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In 8 Channel select ( standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of 9 Start recording ( 20)/Specify a time to stop recording ( power.

  • Page 8: Step 1 Connection

    STEP Connection Using a 21-pin Scart cable ≥You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television ( 40). ≥You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television ( 85).
  • Page 9 ≥When setting video output to “1080p”, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [ 40, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)]...

  • Page 10: Tv Aspect Settings

    STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings The features of the power save function when the unit is in standby mode are as below. Power Save §1 Power consumption Approx. 0.9 W Approx. 9 W    Startup time Not Quick Quick §2...

  • Page 11: Guide Plus+ System Settings

    GUIDE Plus+ system settings One of the following screens will appear GUIDE Plus+ system Confirm the message on the screen. The GUIDE Plus+ system provides programme information from the host station displayed on the television like a TV programme Landscape Prog.
  • Page 12 GUIDE Plus+ system settings Refer to the control reference on page 10. Editing programme lists GUIDE Plus+ data download Press [GUIDE]. The GUIDE Plus+ data is transmitted from the Host Channel (the television station transmitting the television programme list) several Press [OPTION].
  • Page 13 Host Channel Changing the settings It is not possible to receive GUIDE Plus+ data in all countries below). You can change the basic settings for your GUIDE Plus+ list. Check whether the right Host Channel has been input. Press [GUIDE]. List of Host Channel (As of April, 2009) Press [OPTION].

  • Page 14: Hdd And Disc Information

    Finalisation is needed for playback on other equipment ( 62). ≥When “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On”, the restrictions on [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and secondary audio recording are also applied to DVD-RAM. Turn this DVD-RAM compatible DVD players.
  • Page 15 Play-only discs Disc type Logo Standard symbol Uses DVD-Video [DVD-V] High quality movie and music discs DVD-RW (DVD DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder [-RW‹VR›] Video ≥You can play programmes that allow “One time only recording” if they Recording have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc.

  • Page 16: Usb Memory And Card Information

    ≥Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit. ≥[EH69] [EH59] If a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, is connected to this unit’s USB port, you can copy the SD Video recorded with the camera to this unit’s HDD or DVD-RAM.

  • Page 17: Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. ≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended ≥WMA files can only be played on the DMR-EH69/DMR-EH59. formats) and Joliet ≥This unit is compatible with multi-session/border (except for DVD-...

  • Page 18: Media Handling (Disc/Usb Memory/Sd Card)

    Media handling (Disc/USB memory/SD card) ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. Inserting discs Disc and card care 1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. ∫ How to hold a disc or a card ∫...

  • Page 19: Basic Operations

    Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs asic operations Refer to “Advanced playback” ( 32) for detail ≥Depending on the disc, it may take time for the menu screen, pictures, sound, etc. to start. information. ≥The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions.

  • Page 20: Recording Television Programmes

    Recording television programmes Refer to “Notes for recording” ( 23) and “Advanced ≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during recording. recording” ( 24) for detail information. ≥You can record while the unit is in standby for timer recording. However, once the time for the timer recording to begin is reached, any recording taking place will stop and the timer recording will begin.

  • Page 21: Timer Recording

    Timer recording Refer to “Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system” 31) and “Advanced timer recording” ( 28–30) Using the GUIDE Plus+ system to make for detail information. timer recordings You can perform timer recordings by simply selecting the desired programme from the television programme list. Before using the GUIDE Plus+ system ...

  • Page 22: Deleting Titles

    Deleting titles Using the DELETE Navigator to delete   While stopped DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Press [FUNCTION MENU]. DRIVE SELECT PAGE PAGE Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. ShowView ShowView Press [3, 4] to select “Video” and ...

  • Page 23: Advanced Operations

    Notes for recording Advanced operations When recording a [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Both main and secondary audio can be recorded. Select the main or secondary audio before bilingual programme You can change the audio during playback. recording 32, Changing audio during play) 65, Bilingual Audio Selection) However in the following cases, select whether to record the main or secondary audio:...

  • Page 24: Advanced Recording

    Advanced recording Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) Recording Mode DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL +R DL §3 §3 DVD-RW (8.5 GB)

  • Page 25: Flexible Recording

    When you want to start recording Flexible Recording Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Start” (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) and press [OK]. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording ≥Recording starts.

  • Page 26: Recording Broadcasts From External Equipment

    Recording broadcasts from external equipment [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Linked timer recordings with external equipment (digital/satellite receiver) — See also “Notes for recording” ( 23). EXT LINK Making timer recordings on the To record programmes from digital/satellite receiver using timer programming television (e.g., of digital broadcasts)

  • Page 27: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder

    Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front DV automatic recording (DV Auto Rec) ≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥Connect to terminals of the same colour.

  • Page 28: Advanced Timer Recording

    Advanced timer recording Manually programming timer Using S number to make timer recordings recordings Entering S numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You Press [PROG/CHECK]. can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers or magazines. Press [ShowView]. Timer 1:58 SP Remain...

  • Page 29: To Cancel Recording When Recording Has Already Begun

    To cancel recording when recording Check, change or delete a programme has already begun ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. While the unit is on Press [PROG/CHECK]. Press [∫]. Icons Stop Recording Timer recording standby is activated.

  • Page 30: Relief Recording

    Advanced timer recording Auto Renewal Recording Relief Recording [HDD] When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough If you record a programme onto HDD repeatedly everyday or every remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD”. If week using timer recording, the unit will record the new programme there is no disc in the tray or the disc cannot be recorded on or when over the old one.

  • Page 31: Operations In The Guide Plus+ System

    Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system Press [2] to go to the sub category Basic operations menu. Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Press [3, 4] to make your selection. Portrait view. Landscape view Press [OK]. Landscape Prog. Type All Types 18.8.

  • Page 32: Advanced Playback

    Advanced playback ≥WMA files can only be played on the DMR-EH69/DMR-EH59. Skipping 1 Press [TIME SLIP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the time Operation during play and press [OK]. specified Play skips the specified time. ≥Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible.

  • Page 33: Direct Navigator

    Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—DIRECT NAVIGATOR [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] All Titles screen You can quickly find the recorded titles and easily play them. You Displays all titles. can also sort the titles or edit the Groups of titles. DIRECT NAVIGATOR All Titles VIDEO...

  • Page 34: Playing Divx, Music Files And Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are Playing DivX video contents applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. ≥WMA files can only be played on the DMR-EH69/DMR-EH59. [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: Showing the menu screen DivX ®...

  • Page 35: Playing Music Files

    Playing Music files Regarding DivX VOD content ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] This DivX Certified device must be registered in order to play DivX ® You can play WMA/MP3 files recorded with a computer onto a DVD- Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory.

  • Page 36: Playing Still Pictures

    Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are ∫ Regarding Album View screen applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. Still pictures copied from USB memories and SD cards are grouped by the shooting date in the HDD or DVD-RAM. Playing still pictures You can arrange these still pictures and create an album ( 46).

  • Page 37: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play

    Useful functions during still picture play Start Slideshow You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. While the Album View screen is displayed Slideshow Setting 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the album. 2 Press [1] (PLAY). You can also start Slideshow with the following steps.

  • Page 38: Playing Music

    Playing music Useful functions during music play To play music CD Operations during play Preparation Stop Press [∫]. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. The stopped position is memorized. Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Insert a music CD. ≥If [∫] is pressed several times, the position is cleared.

  • Page 39: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions FUNCTION MENU Display To pause the TV programme you are By using the FUNCTION MENU you may access the main functions watching—Pause Live TV quickly and easily. If “FUNCTION MENU Display” is set to “On” in the Setup menu, You can pause the TV programme you are watching using this unit’s FUNCTION MENU automatically appears when you turn the power tuner and resume later by temporarily saving it on the HDD.

  • Page 40: Linked Operations With The Tv (Viera Link "Hdavi Control Tm "/Q Link)

    Even if the TV is set to standby mode, the unit will not be set to standby mode at the same time when recording, copying, finalising etc. ≥When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the receiver will also turn off.

  • Page 41: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control

    ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. Easy control only with VIERA remote control If you connect this unit to the TV that supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions. You can operate this unit using buttons on the TV remote control.

  • Page 42: Editing Titles/Chapters

    Editing titles/chapters Editing ≥If you select “Edit”, press [3, 4] to select the operation and [HDD] [RAM] press [OK]. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.) [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Enter Title Name Chapter Set up Protection Each section between the division points becomes a chapter. Cancel Protection Refer to “Title Partial Delete...
  • Page 43 Title operations After performing steps 1–4 ( Delete Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. § ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] ≥The available recording space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase when you delete titles. [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +RW increases only when the last recorded title is deleted.

  • Page 44: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists

    Creating, editing and playing playlists Press [3, 4] to select “Playlists” and You can arrange the chapters ( 42) to create a playlist. press [OK]. Title Title Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter FUNCTION MENU Remain 30:00 SP Playback Playlists Flexible Rec Recording DV Auto Rec Delete...
  • Page 45 Playlist operations Editing and playing playlists/chapters After performing steps 1–5 ( left) [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) Delete § Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. While stopped [HDD] [RAM] Once deleted, the playlists are lost and Press [FUNCTION MENU]. cannot be restored.

  • Page 46: Editing Still Pictures And Music

    Editing still pictures and music ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are Album (still picture) and picture applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. ≥WMA files can only be played on the DMR-EH69/DMR-EH59. operation Editing still pictures (JPEG) After performing steps 1–3 (...
  • Page 47 Note Album and track operation ≥Timer recordings do not start when performing “Change Date”, “Copy to DVD”, “Copy to HDD”, “Add Pictures” or “Create Album”. After performing steps 1-3 ( left) ≥[RAM] [SD] “Add Pictures” is available only for the folders conforming to DCF. Delete Album Press [2, 1] to select “Delete”...

  • Page 48: Entering Text

    ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. ≥WMA files can only be played on the DMR-EH69/DMR-EH59. character and press [OK]. Repeat this step to enter other characters.

  • Page 49: Copying Titles Or Playlists

    ≥Titles that contain many deleted segments. ≥Titles that have been copied to the HDD from an SD card ([EH69]) or a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD (SD Video) ([EH69] [EH59]). ≥[+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Titles recorded in “EP” mode and “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode. (Displayed If you select a recording mode with better picture quality than the original, the picture quality does not improve.

  • Page 50: Copy [Video (Hdd To Dvd)]

    Copying titles or playlists Press [OK]. Before copying When copying a title with main and secondary audio After you start copying DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD- ≥Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from “Bilingual Audio Selection” ( 65) when: Video format), +R and +R DL discs, they become play- –...

  • Page 51: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy

    ≥The items will be copied in the order of the copying list. If Copying using the copying list– you want to specify the order, repeat selecting one item at a time. Advanced Copy ≥When you switch between the “VIDEO” and “Playlists” tab, the check mark is cancelled.

  • Page 52: Copying A Finalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl

    Copying titles or playlists Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators Titles and playlists that can be copied in high speed [DVD-V] > [HDD] mode to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, +RW You can copy the content of finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW...

  • Page 53: Copying Video (Mpeg2) From An Sd Card [Eh69]

    To stop copying Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have been Press [∫]. taken by a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, can be You can also press and hold [RETURN ] for 3 seconds to stop copied from the camera’s HDD to this unit’s HDD or DVD-RAM.

  • Page 54: Copying Still Pictures

    Copying still pictures ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are ∫ To register on a folder by folder basis applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only 1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List” and press [1]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Picture/Folder” and press [OK]. ≥SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-compatible equipment.

  • Page 55: Copying Still Pictures On The Usb Memory

    Add: Press [3, 4] to select “Copy Pictures Add new items to the copying list. 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the still picture or folder and press ( JPEG )” and press [OK]. [;]. A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all Copy necessary items.

  • Page 56: Copying Music To Hdd

    Copying music to HDD ≥WMA files can only be played on the DMR-EH69/DMR-EH59. Note ≥While recording, no other operations can be performed. Timer You can store the following formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. recordings will not proceed.

  • Page 57: To Update The Gracenote Database

    WMA/MP3 files are recorded following the existing album already copied on the HDD. (The names will be still blank.) WMA/MP3 files. ≥Depending on the situation of Panasonic or Gracenote, upgrading the Gracenote Database and providing it through the Web may be ®...

  • Page 58: Setting Menus

    Using on-screen menus/Status message Setting menus Using on-screen menus Disc menu—Setting the disc content Soundtrack § Common procedures [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] The disc’s audio attributes appear. Press [DISPLAY]. [DVD-V] Select the audio and language ( below, Audio attribute, Language).

  • Page 59: Status Messages

    Sound menu—Change the sound effect Play menu—Change the play sequence This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Dialogue Enhancer Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] and DivX (Dolby Digital, 3-channel or over only, including a centre channel)

  • Page 60: Hdd, Disc And Card Management

    HDD, disc and card management ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are Setting the protection applicable to the DMR-EH69 model only. [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. Common procedures After performing steps 1–3 ( left)

  • Page 61: Deleting All Titles And Playlists-Delete All Titles

    Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete Deleting all the contents—Format all titles [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [+R] [+R]DL] (New disc only) [HDD] [RAM] [SD] Preparation Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥[RAM] [SD] Release protection ( 60, Setting the protection).

  • Page 62: Selecting The Background Style -Top Menu

    ≥You can change thumbnails displayed in the top menu. ( equipment. Change Thumbnail) ≥If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than ≥[-R] This function cannot be used for discs with still images this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be recorded on them.

  • Page 63: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. To change the tuning settings for individual programme ≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. position Common procedures Manual Tuning Pos Channel CH Pos Channel CH While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU].

  • Page 64: Disc

    Changing the unit’s settings Auto-Setup Restart [DVD-V] Download from TV Choose the language for audio, subtitle and disc menus. ≥Some discs start in a certain language despite any changes you You can restart auto channel setting if the setup ( 10) fails for make here.

  • Page 65: Picture

    Picture § Select how to output the signal. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Select “Bitstream” if the connected equipment decodes the signal. Comb Filter Select “PCM” if this unit decodes the signal and outputs it as 2 Select the picture sharpness when recording.

  • Page 66: Connection

    Changing the unit’s settings Screen Saver HDMI Video Format You can only select items compatible with the connected [On] When this unit is not operated for approximately 5 minutes equipment. This setting normally does not need to be changed. while the screen is being displayed, the screen saver is However if you are concerned about output picture quality, it may displayed.

  • Page 67: Others

    Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote [Off] This sets to Quick Start Mode. control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. ≥Refer to the chart for the Power Save function features ( when the unit is turned off.

  • Page 68: Other Settings

    Manufacturer and Code No. If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD” appears Brand Code Brand Code on the unit’s display and operation is impossible. Panasonic 01/02/03/04 METZ 05/28 To cancel the Child Lock AIWA MITSUBISHI...

  • Page 69: Reference

    Additional connections Reference Connecting a television with AUDIO/ Connecting a television with VIDEO or S VIDEO terminals COMPONENT VIDEO terminals The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the Television’s rear panel VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) ≥Connect to terminals of the same colour.

  • Page 70: Connecting An Amplifier With A Digital Input Terminal

    ≥When setting video output to “1080p”, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [ 40, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)]...

  • Page 71: Connecting A Television And Vcr

    Connecting a television and VCR Television’s rear panel To household mains socket Connecting a terminal To the aerial (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) VHF/UHF other than the 21-pin RF IN Scart terminal ( 9, 69) AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

  • Page 72: Frequently Asked Questions

    Reference Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Recording ≥WMA files can only be played on the DMR-EH69/DMR-EH59. Set up Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD? Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy What equipment is necessary to play multi protected;...

  • Page 73: Guide Plus

    GUIDE Plus+ Why is the GUIDE Plus+ system only available What can or cannot be done using the USB port after approx. 2 hours? on this unit? The data rate, at which GUIDE Plus+ is sent, is limited. You can play DivX, WMA, MP3 or still picture (JPEG) files on a Depending on the country, signal quality and number of USB memory.

  • Page 74: Messages

    Messages On the television Authorisation Error. ≥You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) ( Cannot finish recording completely. ≥The programme was copy-protected. Copy-protect signal was detected.
  • Page 75 On the unit’s display The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. ≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. (“∑”...

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting Guide

    ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again displayed and the actual elapsed time (e.g., actual one-hour using a Panasonic disc.) elapsed time may display as approximately 59 minutes 56 ≥The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being seconds).
  • Page 77 The recorded title is stretched vertically. Sound 16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases. – [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] If you recorded or copied using “EP” or “FR No sound. (recordings 5 hours or longer)” recording mode. Low volume.
  • Page 78 Troubleshooting guide Operation Cannot operate the television. The remote control doesn’t work. Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the code. ( The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control.
  • Page 79 You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL or +R DL disc on this unit. [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Titles recorded on other Panasonic DVD Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc.
  • Page 80 You may be able to copy a “One time only recording” title that This is normal on DivX video. (DivX) was recorded to DVD-RAM using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection.

  • Page 81: Still Pictures

    Music GUIDE Plus+ Tracks could not be copied to the HDD. The GUIDE Plus+ System does not receive any data. If there are copyright protected tracks such as SCMS restrictions, they will not be copied. Check whether GUIDE Plus+ system setup was performed in Recording from CDs that do not conform to CD-DA full.

  • Page 82: To Reset This Unit

    Troubleshooting guide VIERA Link VIERA Link doesn’t work. Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the front display when the power for the main unit is set to On. Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”. ( Check the “HDAVI Control”...

  • Page 83: Specifications

    Input level: Standard: 0.5 Vrms, Full scale: 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz Video Recording conversion and transfer is possible from §4 Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, to HDD or Input impedance: More than 10 k≠ DVD-RAM disc. Audio out:...

  • Page 84: Glossary

    Glossary Bitstream Finalise This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, before it is decoded into its various channels. etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalise DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) DL on this unit.
  • Page 85 Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. Panasonic televisions with 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Protection You can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection.

  • Page 86: Safety Precautions

    This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 87 Gracenote Corporate Description ® Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote ® . Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information visit www.gracenote.com. Gracenote Proprietary Legends ® CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000–2009 Gracenote.

  • Page 88: Index

    Title ......43 Environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQT9385-L Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) F0409MD0 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany © Panasonic Corporation 2009...

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