DVD Recorder Model No. DMR-EA18 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. Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video according to where they are sold. • The region number of this unit is “1”.
Precautions CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
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. 8) 9) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Table of Contents, Accessories Getting Started Precautions.............................................................................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................3 Unit Care ......................................................................................3 Accessories ..................................................................................5 Remote Control Information .........................................................5 Control Reference Guide ......
USB ............................................................................................58 Recording ...................................................................................59 Using an S Video Cable for Better Video (S Video Cable not included)..................................................53 Using Component Cables for Better Video (Component Video Cables not included)................................53 Using an Audio Cable for Better Sound (Audio Cable not included) ..................
Control Reference Guide Main Unit 1 The unit’s display Disc tray Remote control signal sensor USB INPUT REC MODE SELECT DV IN S VIDEO 2 VIDEO L/MONO-AUDIO-R 3 IN2 SD CARD 4 RESET REC / 1.3 5 67 8 9 bk bl Opening the front panel Pull down 1 POWER on/off button (POWER ^/I)......... (➔ 10) 2 Connector for a digital video (DV) camcorder ................................................. (➔ 22) IN2 input terminals (IN2) .......................... (➔ 21) SD card slot .....................
Media Handling Inserting Discs bk 9 8 7 ;OPEN/CLOSE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 bk 2 AV OUT OPTICAL IN1 PR AC IN OUT Y PB R-AUDIO-L 3 VIDEO S VIDEO SET TOP BOX DIGITAL AUDIO OUT CONTROL (PCM/BITSTREAM) to open the tray. Getting Started Rear Panel – Insert a disc. – Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. 4 56 AC IN~ = Power supply Cooling fan AUDIO/VIDEO input terminal ................... (➔ 8) S VIDEO input terminal Set Top Box Control terminal ....................
Basic Connection Connecting to a Television and a Set Top Box • Consult your set top box provider about the appropriate Set Top Box to use. • Additional coaxial cable and audio/video (AV) cable are required. Note: The terminals on the rear of your TV and Set Top Box may not appear as shown below. Please read terminal labels carefully to ensure correct connections.
• You can enjoy high-quality picture and audio by changing the audio/video (AV) cable connection between this unit and your TV on page 8 as follows. Connecting to a TV with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Cable Getting Started When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted, enabling you to enjoy high quality digital video and audio with just one cable.
Setting the Set Top Box Control and Clock Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input). • When using the set top box, make sure it is turned on. • These are the first settings you make upon buying the unit. You don’t need to make these settings again. to turn the unit on.
STB (Set Top Box) IR Settings Please choose settings based on your Set Top Box. STB (Set Top Box) Type Cable Box/DVR Brand Name ABC Max. CH digits OK Key Operation 3 Digit Off Getting Started STB (Set Top Box) IR Settings: e, r to select an item, then Test OK STB (Set Top Box) Type – Select the service being used. Brand Name – Select the set top box brand. You can also use [u] or [i] to view other pages. Max. CH digits – Select the maximum number of channel digits to be entered in your set top box.
Setting the Set Top Box Control and Clock 10 Set Clock Manually: w, q to select the item you want to change. Set Clock Manually Month 1 Day / 1 Year / 2000 SAT Hour Minute If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 3 via an HDMI cable, then the setting information on the TV is acquired by this unit when the unit is turned on for the first time. 12 : 00 AM DST Time Zone Off EST 11 e, r to change the setting. – Repeat steps 10-11 to change other items.
Playback Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input). Getting Started Playing Discs Refer to “Advanced Playback” (➔23, 24) for detailed information on playback. RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) CD Basic Operations to turn the unit on. – “HELLO” appears on the unit’s display. ;OPEN/CLOSE to open the tray (Button located on the upper front of the unit). – Insert a disc.
Recording Set Top Box Programs Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” (➔ 17) and “Advanced Recording” (➔ 18, 19) for detailed information on recording. RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input). • When using the set top box, make sure it is turned on. • RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 40). to turn the unit on. 3a – “HELLO” appears on the unit’s display.
Scheduled Recording Refer to “Advanced Scheduled Recording” (➔ 20) for detailed information on scheduled recording. RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input). • When using the set top box, make sure the set top box is turned on. • RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 40). • Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space.
Deleting Recordings Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit (Example: AV input). • RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 40). • Insert the disc containing the recording to be deleted. Delete Navigator RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW to select the DVD drive.
Important Notes for Recording Recording of Widescreen broadcasts RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Both Main and SAP audio can be recorded. Select the Main or SAP audio before recording. You can change the audio during playback (➔ 24, Changing Audio during Playback). Main Hello SAP Hola The selected audio only is recorded. Main Select both “Main” and “SAP” on the set top box. Select “Main” or “SAP” on the set top box.
Advanced Recording Recording Modes and Estimated Disc Recording Time DVD-RAM Recording Mode DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW (4.7 GB) DVD-R DL*3, +R DL*3 (8.5 GB) Single-sided (4.7 GB) Double-sided* (9.
Specifying the Recording Time Playing while you are recording RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW This function allows specifying the length of recording time up to 4 hours. During recording repeatedly until the desired Chasing Playback RAM Allows playback from the beginning of what you are recording. When recording to DVD-RAM time is reached.
Advanced Scheduled Recording To cancel a scheduled recording in progress – “z” lights on the unit’s display. to select the DVD drive. Notes If the program schedule is changed by the TV station, then this unit will not be able to detect the change. – Confirmation screen appears. Tips • You can enter up to 16 programs a month in advance.
Recording from an External Device Recording from a VCR or a Set top box equipped with a Hard Drive, etc. Connect cables while the power to both the unit and the external device is off. Front of the unit Start play on the external device. to start recording the program from the external device. Tips • If the external equipment only has a single audio output connect it to the L/MONO (white) IN2 terminal. To skip unwanted parts Press [ h PAUSE] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.
Recording from an External Device Recording from a DV Camcorder Connect the cable while the power to both the unit and the external device is off. to select the recording mode (➔ 18). Front of the unit w to select “Rec.”, then Notes DV IN 4-pin DV Cable RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparation: • Turn on the unit. • Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space. • RAM If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 40). Turn ON the DV equipment and pause play where you want to begin recording.
Advanced Playback Zoom in on video Tips To select the recording with the numbered buttons e.g., “5”: [0] ➔ [5] “15”: [1] ➔ [5] During playback To view other pages Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. – You can also press [u, i] to view other pages. To exit the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. To zoom in: e, r to select “Zoom In”, then DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen icons Protected. Not recorded due to recording protection (Digital broadcasts, etc.
Advanced Playback Quick View (Play x1.3) CM Skip RAM RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) Allows you to increase the play speed slightly without distorting the audio. Skips 1-minute forward with each press. During playback During playback (Press and hold.) – Press again to return to normal speed. Create Chapters Slow-motion Play RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) RAM During playback While paused or – There are 5 slow-motion speeds. Each press increases the speed.
Playing MP3s -R -R DL CD USB USB The screen shown below may be displayed when you insert a USB memory (➔ 7). USB Media Device Operations USB Media Device inserted. Select an action or press RETURN to Exit. Play MP3 Go to Album View Copy pictures Tips To select file type 1. Press [RETURN]. 2. Press [FUNCTIONS]. 3. Press [e, r] to select “Menu”, then press [OK]. 4. Press [e, r] to select “MP3 Music”, then press [OK]. e.g., Multimedia content Music and pictures on disc. Please select playback mode.
Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) RAM -R -R DL CD SD USB Still pictures (JPEG) recorded on DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CDR/RW, SD Memory Cards or USB memory can be played on this unit. SD USB The screen shown below may be displayed when you insert an SD card or USB memory (➔ 7). e.g., USB e, r, w, q to select a picture, then to view. USB Media Device Operations SD Card Operations Notes USB Media Device inserted. SD Card inserted. Select an action or press RETURN to Exit. Select an action or press RETURN.
Slideshow with soundtrack Zoom It is possible to play MP3 music recorded on a USB memory during a Slideshow. While playing a picture Preparation: • Insert a USB memory containing MP3 files.
Playing Playlists Status Messages RAM -RW(VR) The following messages and displays appear to let you know what operations are being performed and the status of the unit. You cannot create or edit playlists on this unit. However, you can play a playlist that has been created or edited on other equipment. to select the DVD drive. – Press [STATUS] to cycle through available displays. e.g., With the unit stopped DVD-RAM Rec.
Entering Text FUNCTIONS Window When viewing the Name screen. Recording Name _ Delete Set By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. With the unit stopped 1 1 2 3 2 A B 3 D E 4 G H 5 J 4 5 6 7 8 9 C a b c F d e f / I g h i # $ o [ ] _ ) - K L j O m k n 7 P Q R p q r s ( 8 T U V t u v { } 9 W X .
Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link™ “HDAVI Control™”) You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI Control”. What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”? VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or receiver under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable.
Easy Control only with VIERA Remote Control If you connect this unit via HDMI cable to a TV with “HDAVI Control 2 or 3” function with, you can operate both units more conveniently. You can operate this unit using the following buttons on the TV remote control. [e, r, w, q], [OK], [RETURN], [SUB MENU]. Use the remote control for this unit to operate any other buttons (numbered buttons, etc.) that are not listed above.
Recordings-Editing Tips Notes • Recording/Chapter Normally, programs are recorded as a single item consisting of one chapter. Recording Tips Chapter Start End RAM You can divide a recording into multiple chapters. Recording Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter After finalizing, recordings are divided into chapters of the following lengths. -R -R DL -RW(V) : Chapters are approx. 5 minutes long +R +R DL : Chapters are approx.
Setup Protection / Cancel Protection Divide Recording Perform steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Recording View” (➔ 32). RAM Perform steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Recording View” (➔ 32). RAM Use to prevent accidental erasure of recordings. Once divided, recordings cannot be recombined. e, r to select “Setup Protection” or “Cancel Protection”, then e, r to select “Divide Recording”, then DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Recording DVD-RAM w to select “Yes”, then 08 07 1. 1.
Still Pictures-Editing Accessing the Album/Picture View RAM SD USB Tips To view other pages Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. – You can also press [u, i] to view other pages. to select the drive (DVD, SD or USB). RAM When the Recordings screen is displayed, press to switch to the Album View screen. USB When MP3 Menu is displayed, perform steps 1–4 in “To select file type” on the upper Tips on page 25 selecting “Pictures” in step 4 to change the playback mode.
Deleting Still Pictures Only when you select “Create Album” 10 w, q to select “Yes” or “No”, then Delete Navigator RAM SD USB Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. to select the drive (DVD, SD or USB). With the unit stopped FUNCTIONS DVD-RAM Delete Album/Delete Picture Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. • When deleting an album, non-picture files in the album will also be deleted. (This does not apply to subordinate folders in the album.
Copying Still Pictures Copying Still Pictures via the Album View Screen When you insert an SD card or USB memory, the menu may be displayed (➔ 7). Press [RETURN] to exit the screen. e.g., SD SD Card Operations SD Card inserted. Select an action or press RETURN. SD USB ¼ RAM This unit saves information about imported still pictures. Therefore, if still pictures are imported from the same SD card or USB memory, then only new still pictures will be imported.
Chapters-Creating, Editing Accessing the Chapter View RAM Allows individual viewing and editing of chapters. Chapter Operations Create Chapter Perform steps 1−7b of “Accessing the Chapter View” (➔ left). to select the DVD drive. 8 e, r to select “Create Chapter”, then DIRECT NAVIGATOR Create Chapter DVD-RAM 08 07 Play 08 A Video B Picture -- Create RAM When the Album View screen is displayed, press Recordings screen. *** 06 1. 1. SUN -- *** 06 *** 06 1. 1.
Setting On-Screen Menus Subtitle Accessing the On-Screen Menus RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) When playing discs, disc settings can be displayed and changed. Menu options will differ based on disc type and contents. to select the DVD drive. (Only discs that contain subtitle on/off information) Turn the subtitle on/off. • Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using this unit. • If the subtitles overlap the closed captions recorded on discs, turn the subtitles off.
DVD and Card Management Video Menu RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) Picture Set picture mode. Normal: Default setting Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes. Accessing the Management Menus Preparation: • RAM SD Release protection (disc, cartridge, card ➔ 40). • Insert a disc or card. DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) “On” reduces noise and picture degradation.
DVD and Card Management Naming Discs w to select “Yes”, then RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Perform preparation steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Management Menus” (➔ 39). w to select “Start”, then e, r select “Disc Name”, then – You can give a name for the disc (➔ 29). – A message appears when deleting is finished. Tips • The disc name is displayed in the DVD MANAGEMENT window. • With finalized discs and +RW, the name is displayed on the Top Menu.
Selecting Whether to Show the Top Menu First -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Before finalizing a disc, select whether the top menu shows after finalizing. Perform preparation steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Management Menus” (➔ 39). e, r to select “Playback will start with:”, then e, r to select desired item, then • DVD’s Top Menu: The Top Menu appears first. • First Recording: The disc content is played without displaying the Top Menu. Notes • Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while finalizing.
Setup Menus “Accessing the Setup Menu” e, r to select “Cable Box / DVR”, “Satellite Box / DVR”, “Converter Box” or “IPTV / Other STBs”, then You will have to perform the following step 1 for all other operations on pages 42-49. With the unit stopped Brand Name Notes Select the set top box brand. After selecting “IR Settings” (➔ left, step 3). Changed settings remain intact even when switching the unit to standby. e, r to select “Brand Name” , then Tips To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN].
Set Clock Manually Off Timer Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used. Perform step 1 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” (➔ 42). e, r to select “Setup”, then q e, r to select “Off Timer”, then e, r to select “2 Hours”, “6 Hours” or “Off”, then Remote Control Use this function to synchronize the codes for the remote control and the main unit. Perform step 1 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” (➔ 42). e, r to select “Setup”, then q After selecting “Clock Settings” (➔ left, step 3).
Setup Menus Settings for Playback Perform step 1 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” (➔ 42). e, r to select “Disc”, then q e, r to select “Settings for Playback”, then Ratings Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown. After selecting “Settings for Playback” (➔ above, step 3).
e, r to select “Settings for Recording”, then Input Level Adjusts the black level of the input signal. After selecting “Black Level Control” (➔ left, step 3). e, r to select “Input Level”, then e, r to select “EP-Extended Play (6H)” or “EP-Extended Play (8H)”, then e, r to select “Lighter” or “Darker”, then Output Level (Composite/S Video) [EP-Extended Play (6H)] You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc. [EP-Extended Play (8H)] You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.
Setup Menus PCM Down Conversion Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection. After selecting “Digital Audio Output” (➔ 45, step 3). e, r to select “PCM Down Conversion”, then [Bitstream] When you have connected the unit to equipment displaying the DTS logo.
Front Display Changes the brightness of the unit’s display. Perform step 1 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” (➔ 42). e, r to select “Display”, then q e, r to select “Front Display”, then e, r to select “Bright”, “Dim” or “Automatic”, then Resets all settings for closed captions After selecting “On” (➔ left, step 5). e, r to select “CC reset”, then TV Aspect This setting allows you to select the type of television connected. Perform step 1 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” (➔ 42).
Setup Menus 4:3 TV settings for DVD-RAM You can select how to display the image on the TV when you watch 16:9 images (DVD-RAM) on a 4:3 standard aspect TV. Perform step 1 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” (➔ 42). Functions of HDMI Perform step 1 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” (➔ 42).
24p Output for DVD-Video* When this unit is connected to a TV supporting 1080/24p output via an HDMI cable, this unit displays each frame at 1/24 second intervals - the same interval originally shot with the film camera. After selecting “Functions of HDMI” (➔ 48, step 3). HDMI Audio Output After selecting “Functions of HDMI” (➔ 48, step 3).
Other Settings Remote Control Codes for the TV Using the Unit’s Remote Control to Operate the TV and the Set Top Box (Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, etc.) TV operation buttons Manufacturer Panasonic Advent Akai America Action AOC Apex Digital Audiovox Set Top Box operation buttons 2a 2b Axion Bang & Olufsen Broksonic Casio Daewoo Emerson Point the remote control at the TV or Set Top Box.
Manufacturer Sylvania Symphonic Syntax-Brillian Tatung Thomson Toshiba Ultra Viewsonic Westinghouse Yamaha Zenith Code 0020 / 0028 / 0030 / 0054 / 0065 / 0096 / 0171 / 0381 0171 / 0180 1007 / 1144 / 1240 / 1255 / 1257 / 1258 / 1331 0003 / 0049 / 0055 / 0396 / 1101 / 1756 0209 / 0210 / 0047 0036 / 0060 / 0149 / 0154 / 0156 / 0650 / 0832 / 0845 / 1156 / 1256 / 1164 / 1265 / 1356 / 1656 / 1704 0391 0857 / 0864 / 0885 / 1755 0885 / 0889 / 0890 / 1282 / 1577 0019 / 0030 / 0769 / 0833 / 0839 0016 / 0017 / 0092 /
Adding a Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) • Additional coaxial cable and audio/video (AV) cable are required. Connecting to a Television, a Set Top Box and a VCR Rear of TV AUDIO IN VIDEO IN R L VHF/UHF RF IN This unit’s front panel DV IN S VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO-AUDIO-R IN2 SD CARD RESET Yellow White Red step step 3 4 Yellow White Red RF IN Rear of VCR VIDEO AUDIO OUT OUT L R RF OUT Rear of Set Top Box step 2 RF OUT Perform step , , , , on page 8.
Connection Options for Improved Playback Quality You can enjoy a high-quality picture by using the following terminals for connection. You can enjoy better quality sound by changing the audio cable connection between this unit and your TV on page 8 as follows.
Connection Options for Improved Playback Quality Media Information Media Care Using an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Cable RAM Use cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt. When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted, enabling you to enjoy high quality digital video and audio with just one cable.
Usable Discs for Recording and Playback Disc type Rewritable Finalization Needed1 Recording 16:9 aspect picture2 Recording broadcasts that allow one copy (CPRM) (➔ 17) Standard symbol DVD-RAM — RAM DVD-R — — (4:3 aspect) — -R before finalization DVD-V after finalization — — (4:3 aspect) — -R DL before finalization DVD-V after finalization — (4:3 aspect) — -RW(V) before finalization DVD-V after finalization DVD-R DL DVD-RW +R — — (4:3 aspect) — +R before finalization DVD-V after fina
Media Information • • • • Play-only Discs Disc type Standard symbol Uses DVD-V High quality movie and music discs -RW(VR) DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder* • You can play programs that allow “One time only recording” if they have been recorded to a CPRM compatible disc. • By formatting (➔ 40) the disc, you can record to it in DVD-Video format. • It may be necessary to finalize the disc on the equipment used for recording.
USB memories you can use with this unit Type Standard symbol File format Playing MP3 USB memory USB Copying — Instructions You can play MP3 files recorded onto the USB memory using a computer. (➔ 25) You can play and copy still pictures taken on a digital camera etc. (➔ 26, 36) – You can copy still pictures to/from DVD-RAM discs only. – You can copy albums only.
Frequently Asked Questions Page Setup What equipment is necessary to play multi-channel surround sound? • You cannot play back multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment. You must connect this unit with an HDMI cable or an optical digital audio cable to an amplifier with a built-in Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. Can the headphones and • You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the speakers be directly connected amplifier, TV, etc.
Page Recording Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD? • Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs are copy protected; therefore, recording is usually not possible. − Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW recorded on the unit be played on other equipment? • You can play these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on this unit. • +RW It is not necessary to finalize +RW.
Error Messages On the Unit’s Display • An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, reset the unit (➔ 60, “To restore the unit if it freezes” ). − • If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and contact a qualified service person. − RC (“ ” stands for a number.
Page On the TV Cannot finish recording completely. • The program was copy-protected. − • The disc may be full. − • There are already 99 recordings ( +R +R DL +RW 49 recordings). − Cannot play. • You inserted an incompatible disc (discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). 56 Cannot record on the disc. • The disc may be dirty or scratched. 54 Unable to format. Please check the disc. Cannot record. Disc is full. Cannot record. The number of recordings has exceeded the maximum limit.
Troubleshooting Guide To Reset this Unit To reset the ratings level settings You can reset DVD-Video rating (➔ 44). With the unit stopped ;OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray. To restore the unit if it freezes On the main unit POWER8 Press and hold for more than 10 seconds. – The unit is off. or On the main unit On the main unit INPUT REC MODE SELECT REC Press and hold both buttons for about 5 seconds. Press and hold for more than 1 second with a pointed object.
Operation Cannot operate the TV or Set Top Box with the unit’s remote control. Make necessary settings for the Set Top Box Control. Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. Select TV or Set Top Box mode on the remote control. Cannot operate the DVD. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive when operating DVDs or CDs. – Make sure the TV is on the correct input mode. The remote control doesn’t • The remote control code is wrong. Change to the correct code. work. • The batteries are depleted.
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues The contents of the USB memory cannot be read. General Issues USB Page • Check that the USB memory is inserted correctly. • The format of the USB memory or of its contents is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the USB memory may be damaged.) • The USB memory contains a folder structure and/or file extensions that are not compatible with this unit. • Turn off and then turn on the unit again.
Picture TV reception worsens after connecting the unit. The images from the unit do not appear on the TV. Picture is distorted. Status messages do not appear. The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. Screen size is wrong. There is a lot of after-images when playing video. When playing DVD-Video using progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up. • This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment.
Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Sound No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. Cannot switch audio. Playback Issues Operation Play fails to start even when [q PLAY] is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. Audio and video momentarily pause. DVD-Video is not played. Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected. No subtitles. 66 RQT9048 • Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings.
Page You have forgotten your ratings password. Quick View does not work. The resume play function does not work. Cannot see the beginning of the recording played. Recording Issues • This function depends on software availability. Angles can only be changed during scenes where different angles are recorded. • With the tray open, press and hold [* REC] and [q] on the main unit simultaneously for about 5 or more seconds. • This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.
Troubleshooting Guide Recording Issues Recording / Scheduled Recording / External Input (Continued) Cannot record video or sound from the external device. The DV Camcorder recording function does not work. • The external device is not correctly connected. • The proper external input channel (IN1, IN2, or DV) is not selected. Press [INPUT SELECT] to change. • If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and the DV equipment settings.
Glossary Bitstream This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by a decoder. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM-compatible recorders and discs. Decoder A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.
Specifications Power supply: Power consumption: Standby mode:(Shipping Condition) (User Setting: Quick Start: ON): AC 120 V, 60 Hz Approx. 25 W Approx. 2.1 W Approx. 9.8 W Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 2-3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) 2-5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R (SL): 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1-8X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1-16X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) DVD-R (DL): 2-4X SPEED (Ver. 3.0) 2-8X SPEED (Ver. 3.0) DVD-RW: 1X SPEED (Ver. 1.1) 1-2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1) 2-4X SPEED (Ver. 1.2) 2-6X SPEED (Ver. 1.
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Referencia rápida en espanõl (Spanish Quick Reference) Conexión básica Nota: Puede que los terminales en el panel trasero de su TV y en el aparato integrando el convertidor y el descodificador no sean similares a como se ilustran a continuación. Por favor consulte las etiquetas de los terminales con atención para asegurar conexiones correctas. Conexión a una televisión y un aparato integrando el convertidor y el descodificador • Se requiere cable coaxial y cable de audio/vídeo adicionales.
Preparación: • Ponga en marcha el televisor y seleccione la fuente de imagen adecuada correcta de acuerdo a las conexiones de la unidad. (Por ejemplo: entrada AV) • Cuando utiliza aparato integrando el convertidor y el descodificador, asegúrese de que esté encendido. Ajuste Infrarojo de Recep. Mult.: e, r para seleccionar un elemento, luego Ajuste del control del aparato integrando el convertidor y el descodificador y del reloj para encender la unidad.
Referencia rápida en espanõl (Spanish Quick Reference) 10 Ajuste manual del reloj: w, q para seleccionar el elemento que desea cambiar. Grabación de programas de Set Top Box RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparación: • RAM Si el disco está protegido, libere la protección. 11 e, r para cambiar el ajuste. para encender la unidad. – Repita los pasos 10-11 para cambiar los demás elementos. 12 para confirmar una nueva fecha y hora. – El reloj se pone en funcionamiento.
Importante: Una vez borrados, los contenidos no podrán recuperarse. Grabación programada RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparación: • RAM Si el disco está protegido, libere la protección. • Inserte un disco con suficiente espacio disponible. • Confirme que el reloj en el visualizador de la unidad está ajustado con la hora correcta. Preparación: • Ponga en marcha el televisor y seleccione la fuente de imagen adecuada correcta de acuerdo a las conexiones de la unidad.
Index A Angle......................................................38 Audio attributes .............................................38 language .............................................44 C Change Thumbnail ...............................33 Chasing playback .................................19 Cleaning disc .....................................................54 lens .......................................................3 main unit ...............................................3 Clock Settings......