Getting started Operating Instructions DMR-ES15 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 software according to where they are sold. • The region number of this unit is “1”.
CAUTION! THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. 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. CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED.
Table of contents Editing IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 The remote control information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disc information Discs you can use for recording and play Disc type DVD-RAM Indication in these instructions RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL*1 (dual layer on single side) DVD-RW +R*2 +R DL*1 (double layer on single side) +RW -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL Before finalization Before finalization Before finalization Before finalization Before finalization DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V After finalization After finalization After finalization After finalization After finalization –––– –––– –––– +RW
Disc type Indication in these instructions DVD-Video DVD-Audio DVD-RW (VR format) CD Video CD DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR) CD VCD Logo –––– Instructions High quality movie and music discs High fidelity music discs • Played on this unit in 2 channels. DVD-RW 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 (Ô page 34) the disc, you can record to it in DVDVideo format.
The remote control information n Batteries • Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control. • Do not use rechargeable type batteries. • Do not mix old and new batteries. • Do not use different types at R6/LR6, AA the same time. • Do not heat or expose to flame. • Do not take apart or short circuit. • Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. • Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Control reference guide Remote control 1 bo bp 2 bq br bs 3 4 5 6 bt ck cl 7 8 9 bk bl bm cm cn co cp cq 1 Turn the unit on (Ô page 12) 2 Select channels and title numbers, etc.
STEP 1 Connection This section includes diagrams of four common methods of connections (A-D, pages 8-9). Please connect using the one that best suits you. • Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in English only.) http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp • Before doing any connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
C Connection with a television and cable box or satellite receiver Television Cable from wall or antenna signal AUDIO IN VIDEO R L IN • If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals (Ô page 10 c). • If you enjoy higher picture quality (Ô page 10).
STEP 1 Connection If your television does not have Audio/Video terminals, RF Modulator is necessary a Connection with a television (Ô page 8 A) Audio/video cable (Included) 3 This unit’s rear panel Red White Yellow Red White Yellow b Television OUT VHF/UHF RF IN IN AUDIO R L VIDEO S-VIDEO 2 RF Modulator RF RF 75 Ω coaxial cable 75 Ω coaxial cable (Included) Connection with a television and video cassette recorder (Ô page 8 B) Audio/video cable (Included) 4 This unit’s rear panel Red White
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead to the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75 Ω coaxial cable to the antenna terminals on the equipment (television etc.). Refer to other equipment’s operating instructions. Type A twin lead This unit Other equipment (television etc.
STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. CH DV IN POWER 8 1 IN2 2 CH 1 Press [^ DVD POWER]. Select Language Seleccione el idioma Sélection de Langue English Español Français ^ DVD POWER Numbered buttons Press ENTER Pulse ENTER Appuyer sur ENTER 1 2 CH 2 Press [e,r] to select the language and press [ENTER]. If you make a mistake, press [RETURN] to return to an earlier screen.
Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto Tuning. Set Channels Automatically Ch. 1 Adding and deleting channels After channel setting on this unit completed, you can add or delete channels if necessary channels are not set or unnecessary channels are set. 1 Set Channels Automatically Proceeding . . . The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is displayed when finished. Set Clock Automatically Auto Clock Setting is complete. 4/4/2006 12:15 AM DST.....................On Time Zone ........
Channel captions/Television type Manual Channel Captions TV operation buttons 3 4 Numbered buttons CANCEL 5 Press [e,r] to select “Manual Channel Captions” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select the channel and press [q]. • Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if preset captions have not been added. Press [e,r] to select the first character and press [q]. • You can choose from the following characters: A–Z, 0–9, -, &, !, /, (space) • To delete the caption, press [CANCEL ].
Remote control settings Clock settings Refer to the control reference on page 14. Refer to the control reference on page 14. Set Clock Manually You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control. Point the remote control at the television While pressing [^ POWER TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons. e.g., 0250: [0] Ô [2] Ô [5] Ô [0] Manufacturer and Code No.
Important notes for recording RAM -R Both main and secondary audio can be recorded You can change the audio during playback. (Ô page 23, Changing audio) Main Hello Recording of MTS broadcasting -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Select the main or secondary audio before recording (Ô page 38, “Multi-channel TV Sound ( MTS )”) The selected audio only is recorded. SAP Hola Main Hello If you record from external equipment – Select both “Main” and “SAP” on the external equipment.
Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. DVD-RAM 9.4 GB (Double4.7 GB sided*1) Recording Mode XP (High picture quality) SP (Standard) LP (Long recording) EP (Extra long recording) FR (Flexible Recording) DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW 4.7 GB 1 h. 2 h. 1 h. 2 h. 4 h. 2 h. 4 h. 8 h. 4 h. 8 h. (6 h.*2) 16 h. 8 h. (12 h.*2) (6 h.*2) 8 h. maximum 8 h. maximum 8 h.
Recording television programs ; OPEN/CLOSE 1 • Press the button again to close the tray. • When using 8 cm (3″) DVD-RAM, or 8 cm (3″) DVD-R, remove the disc from the cartridge. g Cartridge disc Insert label-up. CH DV IN IN2 2 CH 1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the tray and insert a disc. g q * REC Insert label-up with the arrow facing in. Insert fully. 2 Numbered buttons g q To select with the numbered buttons: Antenna Cable TV e.g., 5: [0] Ô [5] e.g.
Playing while you are recording RAM During recording Press [* REC] to select the recording time. • The unit’s display changes as shown below. OFF 0:30 OFF 1:00 Counter (cancel) OFF 1:30 OFF 4:00 Playing from the beginning of the title you are recording–Chasing playback OFF 2:00 OFF 3:00 • This does not work during scheduled recordings (Ô page 20) or while using Flexible Recording (Ô below).
Scheduled recording 1 Press [SCHEDULE]. Schedule List Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP 3/26 Tue 12:53 PM No Channel Date On Off Mode Check New Scheduled Recording Press ENTER to set new schedule. ENTER 2 Numbered buttons ADD/DLT S SUB MENU Press [e,r] to select “New Scheduled Recording” and press [ENTER].
1 2 When the unit is on The confirmation screen appears. Press [w,q] to select “Stop recording” and press [ENTER]. Release program from recording standby 3 Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the schedule list by pressing [SCHEDULE]. Press [SCHEDULE]. Press [g]. Recording stops and the scheduled recording is cancelled. (Daily and weekly schedules remain and scheduled recording will start as programmed.) 1 2 Check, change or delete a program Press [SCHEDULE].
Playing discs 1 2 Insert a disc (Ô page 18). Press [q] (PLAY). RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) Play starts from the most recently recorded title. DVD-V DVD-A CD VCD Play starts from the beginning of the disc. n When a menu screen appears on the television Numbered buttons DVD-V DVD-A Press [e,r,w,q] to select the item and press [ENTER]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. VCD u,i g h TIME SLIP Press the numbered buttons to select the item. e.g.
Operations during play Playing discs Press [g]. The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [q] (PLAY) to restart from this position. • VCD Depending on the disc, resume play function may not be effective. • The stopped position is cleared when: – You press [g] several times. – You open the tray. – DVD-A CD VCD You turn the unit off. Stop Press [h]. Pause Press again or press [q] (PLAY) to restart play. Press [t] or [y].
Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Playing MP3 CD Numbered buttons You can play CD-R, CD-RW discs which contain MP3 files that have been recorded on a computer. The screen shown at right is displayed when you insert a disc containing MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). Press [ENTER], and follow the steps below. u,i g e,r,w,q ENTER DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS SUB MENU RETURN 1 Playback mode is set to MP3. To display pictures, please select Pictures Menu from FUNCTIONS.
CD Useful functions during still picture play You can play CD-R, CD-RW discs which contain still pictures (JPEG/ TIFF) that have been recorded on a computer. The screen shown at right is displayed when you insert a disc containing MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). You can display still pictures one by one with constant interval. While the Pictures Menu is displayed Playback mode is set to MP3. To display pictures, please select Pictures Menu from FUNCTIONS.
Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messages Disc menu–Setting disc content Soundtrack* DVD-V DVD-A Select the audio and language (Ô below, Audio attribute, Language). RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) The disc’s audio attributes appear. Subtitle* DVD-V DVD-A Turn the subtitle on/off and select the language (Ô below, Language).
Video menu–Change picture quality RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR) VCD By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 Select the picture mode. • Normal: Default setting • Soft: Soft picture with fewer video artifacts • Fine: Details are sharper • Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes. Press [FUNCTIONS].
Editing titles/chapters Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters 1 2 During play or while stopped Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Press [e,r,w,q] to select the title. DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View DVD-RAM 07 08 10 10/27 Mon 10CH 10/27/2005 8 10/27 Mon 8CH 10/27/2005 -- -- Previous u,i Play q e,r,w,q ENTER SUB MENU -- Page S SUB MENU Next 02/02 Select No. Previous 0Next -- 9 To show other pages Press [u] (Previous) or [i] (Next). Multiple editing Select with [e,r,w,q] and press [h].
Title operations Delete Title* RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Properties RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. • Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. • -R -R DL +R +R DL The available recording space does not increase when you delete titles. • -RW(V) +RW Available recording space increases only when the last recorded title is deleted. It does not increase if other titles are deleted. Information (e.g.
Creating, editing and playing playlists 1 2 Creating playlists While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [e,r] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. FUNCTIONS DVD-RAM Cartridge Protection Off Disc Protection Off Playback Playlists Flexible Recording DV Camcorder Rec Program Delete Setup DVD Management Others Functions ENTER RETURN 3 4 e,r,w,q ENTER FUNCTIONS Press [e,r] to select “Playlists” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r,w,q] to select “Create” and press [ENTER].
Editing and playing playlists/chapters 2 3 4 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [e,r] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select “Playlists” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r,w,q] to select the playlist. To start play Ô Press [ENTER]. To edit Ô Step 5 PLAYLISTS DVD-RAM -- Create -- -- RAM Copy* RAM -- Page S SUB MENU 01/01 Playlist Name Next No.
Copying from a video cassette recorder 1 Numbered buttons INPUT SELECT CANCEL DELETE u,i While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [e,r] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select “DV Camcorder Rec.” and press [ENTER]. Press [w,q] to select “Record” and press [ENTER]. 2 3 4 g h Recording starts. e,r,w,q ENTER FUNCTIONS RETURN SUB MENU When recording finishes The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER] to finish DV Auto Record. To stop recording Press [g].
Entering text Deleting titles RAM -R Refer to the control reference on page 32. -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW RAM -R Characters RAM -R DL Characters -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Title Playlist Disc 64 (44*) 64 64 Title Disc 44 40 RAM The available disc space increases if any of these is deleted. If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens.
DVD Management Deleting all titles and playlists –Delete All Titles RAM FUNCTIONS e,r,w,q ENTER RETURN While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [e,r] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select “DVD Management” and press [ENTER]. 2 3 4 Press [e,r] to select “Delete All Titles” and press [ENTER]. Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. Press [w,q] to select “Start” and press [ENTER]. 5 6 Preparation RAM Release protection (Ô below).
-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing. Make selections before finalizing the disc. After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 34) 4 5 Press [e,r] to select “Playback will start with:” and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select items and press [ENTER]. DVD’s Top Menu: The top menu appears first. First Title on DVD: The disc content is played without displaying the top menu.
Changing the unit’s settings Common procedures 1 Numbered buttons While stopped Press [SETUP]. Tabs Menus Setup Signal Source (RF IN) Options Cable TV Set Channels Automatically Channel Channel Captions Setup Preset Channel Captions Disc Manual Channel Captions Video 2 3 e,r,w,q ENTER RETURN SETUP 4 A di Press [e,r] to select the tab and press [q]. Press [e,r] to select the menu and press [ENTER]. Press [e,r] to select the option and press [ENTER].
Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Settings for Playback Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. 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. • Do not forget your password. Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode Select “Video Mode (Video On)” to play DVD-Video content on some DVD-Audio.
Changing the unit’s settings Tabs Audio Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Dynamic Range Compression DVD-V (Dolby Digital only) Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. • On • Off Multi-channel TV Sound ( MTS ) • Main • Secondary Audio Program (SAP) -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Select whether to record the main or secondary audio program (SAP) when recording to a disc.
Messages On the television Cannot finish recording completely. • The program was copy-protected. • The disc may be full. • The maximum number of times you can record the program is exceeded. — — — Cannot play. • You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). — Cannot record on the disc. • The disc may be dirty or scratched. 6 Unable to format. Please check the disc. Cannot record. Disc is full. 29, 33, 34 Cannot record. Maximum numbers of titles exceeded.
Frequently asked questions Set up Page Do the Audio/Video cables need to be connected to the TV in order to see the Menus? • If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF modulator is necessary. Consult your local dealer for more information. What equipment is necessary to play multi channel surround sound? • DVD-Video: You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder.
Troubleshooting guide The following do not indicate a problem with this unit: • • • • Regular disc rotating sounds. Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions. Image disturbance during search. Interruptions in reception due to periodic satellite broadcasting breaks. • Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.) • The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated. (Press and hold [POWER 8] on the main unit for 10 seconds.
Troubleshooting guide Sound No sound Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. Cannot switch audio. • Check the connections and settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. • Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. • Turn off V. Surround Sound in the following cases. – When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs. – When playing MTS broadcast programs. • The disc may have a restriction on the method of audio output. If “D.
The DV automatic recording function does not work. Page • If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and DV equipment settings. • You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television. • Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV equipment are not successive. • Depending on the equipment, the DV automatic recording may not operate properly.
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. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs. Dolby Digital This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories.
Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1/3x–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver. 2.2/5x–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0 DVD-R: for General Ver. 2.0 for General Ver. 2.0/4x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0 for General Ver. 2.x/8x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0 for General Ver. 2.x/16x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 6.0 for DL Ver. 3.0 for DL Ver. 3.x/4x–SPEED DVD-R for DL Revision 1.0 DVD-RW: Ver. 1.1 Ver. 1.x/2x–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 1.0 Ver. 1.x/4x–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0 Ver. 1.x/6x–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 3.0 +R: Ver. 1.0 Ver. 1.
Instalación básica • Visite la página inicial de Panasonic para obtener más información acerca de los métodos de conexión. (Sólo está en inglés.) http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp • Antes de hacer la conexión, apague todos los equipos y lea los manuales de instrucciones apropiados. • El equipo periférico y los cables opcionales se venden por separado a menos que se indique lo contrario.
Pulse [ENTER] para empezar la sintonización automática. Ajuste automático de canales ^ DVD POWER Can. 1 Ajuste automático de canales Está prosiguiendo . . . 7 A continuación, la unidad procederá con el ajuste automático del reloj. Cuando acabe, aparecerá la hora. Instalación básica 6 Pulse [ENTER]. n Si el reloj va una hora adelantado o retrasado 1 2 3 4 Pulse [SETUP]. Pulse [e,r] para seleccionar “Configuración” y pulse [q]. Pulse [e,r] para seleccionar “Fecha y Hora” y pulse [ENTER].
Grabación de programas de televisión n Para hacer una pausa en la grabación Pulse [h]. Pulse de nuevo para reiniciar la grabación. También puede pulsar [* REC] para reiniciar. (El título no se divide en títulos separados.) n Para detener la grabación 1 2 CH Botones numerados Para especificar una hora para detener la grabación –Grabación con una sola pulsación q g h e,r,w,q ENTER * REC REC MODE -R -R DL -RW(V) • Puede grabar hasta 99 títulos en un disco.
Reproducción de discos Botones numerados t,y u,i q x1.3 g h TIME SLIP CM SKIP DIRECT NAVIGATOR e,r,w,q ENTER w h, h q SUB MENU RETURN AUDIO 1 2 CREATE CHAPTER Inserte un disco (Ô página 50). Pulse [q] (PLAY). RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) La reproducción se inicia a partir del título grabado más recientemente. DVD-V DVD-A CD VCD La reproducción se inicia desde el principio del disco.
Index Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Audio attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 receiving, recording . . . . . . . . . . .19, 38 Divide Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 DNR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL, +RW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .