PANASONIC DMR-T2020 SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications Playable Discs 12cm 4.7GB DVD-RAM, 12cm 9.4GB DVD-RAM 8cm 2.8GB DVD-RAM, 12cm 4.7GB DVD-R (for General Ver.2.0) DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Video CD, CD-R/RW 12cm 4.7GB DVD-RAM, 12cm 9.4GB DVD-RAM 8cm 2.8GB DVD-RAM, 12cm 4.7GB DVD-R (for General Ver.2.0) MPEG-2 (Hybrid VBR) Dolby Digital (AC-3), 2ch Maximum 360 min. with 4.7GB disc 1 Hour - XP Mode (@ 9.8 Mb/s) 2 Hours - SP Mode (@ 5 Mb/s) 4 Hours - LP Mode (@ 2.5 Mb/s) 6 Hours - EP Mode (@ 1.6 Mb/s) Composite x 2 (RCA x 1), S-Video x 2 Composite x 2 (RCA x 1), S-Video x 2 Composite x 1 (RCA x 3), S-Video x2 RCA pin jack (L&R) x 2 RCA pin jack (L&R) x 2 AC 120 V, 60Hz 35W 430mm (W) x 120mm (H) x 351mm (D) 17" (W) x 4.7" (H) x 13.8" (D) 12.4lbs

Recordable Discs

RECORDING SYSTEM Video Audio Recording Time
VIDEO Input Output AUDIO Input Output Power Supply Power Consumption Dimensions Weight

Operation

These operating instructions describe operations mainly using the remote control. If the name of the button is the same, the operation described can also be performed with the main unit.
The FUNCTIONS window shows you most of the features you can use (page 41)
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.

Displays

The displays shown in these instructions are examples only. Actual displays depend on the disc and the operations you are performing.

Advanced play

Using the Direct Navigator. Playing play lists. Playing play lists. Playing play list scenes. To erase a play list or a play list scene during playback. Skipping programs and commercials. Skipping. Skipping a minute forwardCM Skip. Selecting an amount of time to skipTime Slip. Other methods of play. Fast forward and rewindSEARCH. Slow-motion play. Frame-by-frame viewing. Starting play from a selected program, title, chapter, or track. To erase a program that is being played back. To play DVD-R recorded on this unit on other players. Random play. Program play. Marking places to play againMARKER. Marking positions directly. Using on-screen menus to mark positions. Changing audio. 25 26

Make your own DVD-Video

This unit will record onto DVD-R in accordance with DVD video standards and will yield your very own original DVD video upon finalization (page 8). The encoder system used for recording is called Hybrid VBR which allows high quality recordings.
Should the AC power supply cord come loose by accident or for any other reason the power supply is cut off while recording or editing is taking place, the contents of the disc may be lost.

Reference

On-screen displays. 56 Glossary. 57 Error messages. 58 Maintenance. 59 Troubleshooting guide. 60 Product Service. 62 Specifications. 63 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). 64 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). 65 Gua de referencia rpida en espaol. 66 (Spanish Quick Reference) Index. Back cover
Exceptional sound quality when recording
Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high quality sound recordings. When recording in XP mode it is possible to use LPCM (2 channel) to achieve sound recordings of even higher quality.
Wide ranging compatibility yielding unbeatable versatility
As well as being able to play DVD-Video movie software, this unit can also play other types of discs including audio CDs and video CDs. This means your recorder will be the center of your home entertainment, from high-end home theater through to CD play.

Main unit

1 U V ? K :

FUNCTIONS TIME SLIP

DVD/TV

DVD POWER TV

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC

CANCEL

VOLUME

SLOW/SEARCH

Y W X Z G

F ; O M

TOP MENU
Controls such as 1 function the same as the buttons on the remote control. U Remote control signal sensor. 9 V Disc tray. 17 W L2 input terminals (L2). 48 X Display Y Channel buttons for recorder (X, W, CH). 19 Z Skip/Slow/Search buttons (4, 5). 22, 23

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

PLAY LIST

The units display

A B C D E
: ; < = > ? A B C @

FUNCTIONS

RETURN
DISPLAY TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT

N O P Q R S T

OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SETUP
AUDIO INPUT SELECT CM SKIP
Center circle (e.g.: DVD-RAM) Rotating (REC):recording Stopped (REC):recording paused
Rotating (REC, PLAY): Chasing play or simultaneous rec and play is in progress Rotating (PLAY):playing Stopped (PLAY):play paused PLAY flashes: the resume function (page 17) is working

POSITION MEMORY MARKER

How to open the remote control
A Timer recording display On: When timer recording is on standby (page 30) Flashes: When the unit couldnt go to timer recording standby (e.g., a disc isnt loaded or a disc that cant be recorded to is loaded) B Disc type C The display mode of the main display section TITLE: Title number TRACK: Track number CHAP: Chapter number PG: Program number PL: Play list number
D Recording mode (page 19) E DVD indicator Flashes: When you press [, DVD POWER] to turn the unit off until it actually turns off F Channel G Main display section Recording and play counter, and other miscellaneous messages

Disc information

Play-only discs

Disc handling

Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped. (These can damage the unit.)
STEP 1 The remote control

Batteries

Discs you can use for recording and play
DVD-Video Audio CD Video CD
DVD-RAM 4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z) 2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z)
DVD-R 4.7 GB for General Ver. 2.0
This unit is not compatible with: 12-cm (5z), 2.6- and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM 3.95- and 4.7-GB DVD-R for Authoring DVD-RAM not recorded following the Video Recording Standard Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment This unit is compatible with the Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM) system so you can record broadcasts that allow one copy, such as some CATV broadcasts, onto 4.7 GB/9.4 GB DVD-RAM (these are CPRM compatible). It is not possible to record onto DVD-R. We recommend using Panasonic discs as they have been confirmed to be compatible with this unit. Other discs may not perform correctly. Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints, dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette smoke on the recording surface may make it impossible to use the disc for recording.

Play starts from where you stopped it.

POSITION MEMORY

To cancel the resume function
Press [] until PLAY goes out. (The position is also cleared when you turn the unit off or open the disc tray.)
Non-cartridge discs Insert label-up. (Load doublesided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.)
To start play from a memorized position after turning the unit offPosition Memory
Press [POSITION MEMORY] during play. (The message Position Memorized appears on the television.) Now when you press [1] (PLAY) after switching the unit to standby and back on, play starts from the memorized position and the position is cleared. For your reference If you press [] before switching the unit to standby after pressing [POSITION MEMORY] to memorize a position, play will resume from the position you pressed [] when you press [1] (PLAY).

Double-sided discs

Volume may be lower when playing DVD-Video than when playing other discs or during television broadcasts. Reduce the volume before playing other sources or returning to the television so volume doesnt increase suddenly.

Reverse

Auto power-off
The unit switches to standby after about 6 hours in the stop mode. You can turn this feature off or change the time to 2 hours (page 52, Set UpOff Timer).

Turn over

Turn over to play or record both sides.
[DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] The position is memorized when you press [POSITION MEMORY] and cleared when you open the disc tray. [RAM] Positions recorded by pressing [POSITION MEMORY] remain memorized even after the disc tray is opened. You cannot mark positions if the disc is write-protected.
Example:5: [0] [5] When playing DVDs, you can also use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select items. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection. Play of the selected item now begins.
Recording television programs

DVD, TV

Ensure [DVD, TV] is switched to DVD and press [W, X, CH] to select the channel. Press [REC MODE] to select the recording mode.
Select XP, SP, LP, or EP ( see below).
Maximum rec time Set up rec time Start
1 Hour 23 Min. 1 Hour 23 Min. Cancel

To start recording

Press [3, 4] to select the play list and press [ENTER].
You can also select play lists by entering a 2-digit number with the numbered buttons. Example: 5: [0] [5] 15: [1] [5] All the scenes in the play list are played.

To stop scene play

Press []. The scene list appears.
To erase a play list or a play list scene during playback

To stop play list play

Press []. The play list appears.
While playing back a play list or play list scene

Press [ERASE]

A confirmation message will be displayed.

To clear the play list

Erase/Cancel or Yes/No will be displayed. Select Erase or Yes and press [ENTER].
Select Cancel or No and press [ENTER] to cancel.
Press [3, 4] to select the program and press [ENTER].

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Play Scenes Edit Scenes PL Copy PL Erase Enter Title Properties

001 00:00.19

001 / 001

EDIT 1

Skipping programs and commercials
Skipping a minute forwardCM Skip

Other methods of play

Frame-by-frame viewing
[RAM] [DVD-R] During play
[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] While paused

Press [CM SKIP].

Press [2;] or [;1].
[2;]: Backward (does not work with Video CDs) [;1]: Forward
Play restarts from approximately a minute later.
If the start of the next program is within one minute of the point you skipped from, play restarts from the beginning of that program. Since the length of commercials varies, this feature may not skip commercials accurately.
Each press shows the next frame. Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play.

6, 5 1

PLAY LIST DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST
Selecting an amount of time to skip Time Slip
During play or while stopped

CM SKIP

Press the numbered buttons to select the item.

2;, ;1

Example:5: [0] [5] 15: [1] [5]

Press [TIME SLIP].

This may not work with some discs. This works only when stopped with some discs (the screen saver is on the television).

Skipping

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] You can skip to the beginning of tracks (CD and Video CD) and chapters (DVD-Video) and restart play from there. On DVD-RAM and DVD-R, you can skip to the start of a program or to a marker (page 25) and start play from there. During play or while paused

While playing Video CD

LR>L>R ^---------------}

V-CD PLAY

e.g.: L R is selected
If you cannot change the audio type when you have used only an optical digital cable for connection, set Dolby Digital to PCM (page 51). Alternatively, you may connect to an amplifier with an audio/video cable and change the input on the amplifier to suit the connection.
Playing while you are recording
Simultaneous rec and play
Recording from a video cassette recorder
Preparation Connect a video cassette recorder to this units input terminals (page 48). Insert a disc that can be recorded on. Select the recording mode, XP, SP, LP, or EP (page 19).
[RAM] You can start play a program previously recorded. For example: while recording program 2 (sport)

W,X, CH

No CH DATE TIME TITLE
6/20 WED 10 : 00 AM Dinosaur 6/20 WED 9 : 00 PM Soccer
Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the input channel for the equipment you have connected.
Select L1, L2, or L3. You can also select the input channel by pressing [W, X, CH].
DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST

During recording

The program list appears.
Press [3, 4] to select a program and press [ENTER].

To skip unwanted parts

Press [;] to pause recording. Press again to restart recording.
For your reference You cannot edit programs during simultaneous rec and play (page 36).
Playing from the beginning of the program you are recordingChasing play
[RAM] For example: while recording program 2 (sport)
Reviewing the recorded images while recordingTime Slip
[RAM] You can play the program being recorded to check that it is being recorded correctly. You can also check parts that were recorded previously.
When recording using L1, L2 or L3 terminals, only the sound received at the time of recording will be recorded. This unit complies with industry standards regarding the recording and duplication of copy-protected material. This includes commercial videotapes and DVDs. Consequently, copying not only infringes copyright laws but also presents serious technical difficulties. Even in cases where a copy can be made, the quality will be very poor.
Play starts from 30 seconds previous. The play images appear as a picture-in-picture and you will hear the audio for these images. Current recording

REC 0 min

You are recording a sports program (2) and you want to watch it from the beginning. During recording
The same sports program is recorded while you are watching it.

Play images

Play starts from the beginning of the program being recorded. For your reference Sound is not output while fast-forwarding. Play cannot be started until at least 2 seconds after recording starts. You cannot catch up to the point currently being recorded using fast-forward (play will automatically begin a few seconds before reaching the current recording point). If you wish to view the program as it is being recorded, press [] to stop play.

DATE ---------ON --:-- -OFF --:-- -MODE --

Press [, DVD POWER].

Ensure lights on the units display.
[RAM] [DVD-R] Preparation Ensure the clock (and guide channels for VCR Plusr recording, page 13) are set correctly. Insert a disc for recording (make sure there is enough room for the program you are going to record plus a little extra).
To release the unit from recording standby

Please set Channel.

No. 0 RETURN
If you want to record something else before the program start time, for example:
Using VCR Plusr codes to make timer recording
Entering VCR Plusi codes is an easy way of programming the unit for recording. You can find these codes in newspapers and magazines. You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance.
Displayed if the recording can fit in the remaining space on the disc. Repeat steps 13 to program other recordings.
Press [1] to move through the items and change the items with [3, 4].
The current settings are shown each time you press [1]. You may use the numbered buttons to enter the CHANNEL, DATE, ON (start Time), and OFF (Finish Time).

CHANNEL 64 ABC

Press [, DVD POWER]. The unit turns on and goes out. Be sure to press [, DVD POWER] to return the unit to standby mode before the scheduled recording time. Timer recording will work only if is displayed.
To stop recording when recording has already begun
Press [], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. Recording stops. Recording standby is also canceled if there are other timer recording programs. Be sure to press [, DVD POWER] to put the unit on timer recording standby.

Press [VCR Plusr].

VCR Plusi Remaining Recording Time 1:58 SP
Enter PLUS CODE Number by using 09 key.

DATE 3/ 26 TUE

ON 2:30 PM

OFF MODE 3:00 PM SP

Notes on timer programming
CHANNEL (Channel number and caption) DATE Current date--->the day before one month later> SUN-SAT>MON-SAT>MON-FRI> WEEKLY SUN--->WEEKLY SAT ON (Start time)/OFF (Finish time) The time increases or decreases in 30-minute increments if you hold the button. MODE (Recording mode page 19) SP>XP>FR>EP>LP
Press the numbered buttons to enter the VCR Plusr code.
Press [2] to move back to correct a digit.
The actual time recorded may be longer than the program itself when television programs are recorded using VCR Plusi. Invalid Entry is displayed when you enter the wrong code. Reenter the code. All timer programs are occupied. appears if there are already 16 programs.

When recording in FR mode, in cases where the space remaining on the disc is insufficient, it may not be possible to record to the finish of the program. The remaining time displayed is based on the current recording mode. Approximately 30 seconds at the beginning of subsequent programs is not recorded when you use timer recording to record subsequent programs to a DVD-R. If you set DST (Daylight Saving Time) to ON when manually setting the clock (page 54), timer recording may not work when summer switches to winter and vice versa. flashes when the unit couldnt go to timer recording standby (e.g., a disc isnt loaded, a disc that cant be recorded to is loaded, or the disc is protected). Check the disc carefully.
The current recording mode (shown on the units display) is automatically selected. In case where the recording mode has already been set to XP, the recording mode will be automatically changed to FR mode. When you press [ENTER]
Displayed if the recording can fit in the remaining space on the disc. Press [3, 4] to select New Timer Program and repeat steps 2- 4 to program other recordings.
A line that is ready for programming is highlighted.

Entering text

To check programs

DVD/TV DVD/TV

, POWER DVD
TIMER RECORDING Remaining Recording Time 1:57 LP

3/26 TUE 1:19 PM

After the titling screen appears
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the character and press [ENTER].
Title field: shows the text you have entered

W W F X

No 05 06
CHANNEL 64 ABC 64 ABC 64 ABC 64 ABC 64 ABC 64 ABC
DATE ON OFF MODE CHECK 3/ 26 TUE 1:19 PM 1:22 PM LP Enable SUN-SAT 2:30 PM 2:40 PM LP # 3/31 3/ 26 TUE 2:30 AM 3:30 AM SP Overlap 3/ 25 WED 9:00 AM 10:00 AM SP 3/ 25 WED 8:00 AM 9:00 AM SP 3/ 25 WED 10:00 AM 11:00 AM SP New Timer Program

Enter Title _

2 A 2 B E H K Q U 3 C F I L O R V Y ? Z ! S a d g j 6 b e h 7 c f i l

i j l % $

3 D 4 G

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ERASE SET

The selected scene is erased from the play list. The play list itself is erased if you erase all the scenes in it.

The play list is erased.

Repeat to erase other scenes.
To clear the play list screen
You can enter up to 64 characters. The full title is shown in the Properties screen, but if you enter a long title, only part of it is shown in the play list screen.

6 b e h k n q u x '

7 c f i l
The play list screen reappears.
Press [RETURN], or select Cancel or No and press [ENTER]. For your reference When the disc is write-protected, you can only access Play Scenes and Properties. Release the writeprotection to access other items.
Cautionary notes regarding scene edit screens Use skip, search and slow-motion to find the points. You cannot specify an end point before a start point. You may not be able to specify points within 3 seconds of each other. Play pauses when the end of the last program is reached during this procedure. You cannot specify points if you have recorded still pictures on other equipment.
Play list information (e.g., time and date) is shown.
Properties Dinosaur No. 3 Scenes 004 Date 6/22/2001 FRI Total 0:05.51
To create a new list, select ` ` and press [ENTER] ( page 40). You can also select a play list by entering a 2-digit number with the numbered buttons. Example: 5: [0] [5]
Press [3, 4] to select the list.
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the position to which you want to move the scene to and press [ENTER].
The scene is moved and inserted before the highlighted scene.
Repeat to move other scenes.

Creating play lists

Using the FUNCTIONS window
Press [PLAY LIST]. Press [3, 4] to select / and press [ENTER].

------CANCEL

DVD-RAM DISC PROTECTION OFF CARTRIDGE PROTECT OFF

N S N S

DIRECT NAVIGATOR CREATE PLAY LIST
Press [ENTER] at the start point.

PLAY LIST PLAY LIST No.4

Creation
[RAM] Specify start and end points to create scenes, then specify the order they are played. These scenes are not recorded separately so this doesnt use much capacity.

PLAY LIST No.4

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] By using the function window you may access the main functions quickly and easily.

RESUME PLAY PLAY

page 17, Playing discs [RAM] [DVD-R] Play will begin with the oldest program on the disc (Program 1). [DVD-V] Play will avoid playing the introductory parts and begin playing the contents immediately. (The performance of this function varies from disc to disc.) page 19, Flexible Recordingrecording the best quality pictures in a set time page 40, Creating play lists page 21, Playing play lists page 38, Editing play lists page 17, When a menu screen appears on the television page 24, Program play page 24, Random play

PLAY FROM TOP

To specify another scene Select Next and press [ENTER], then repeat steps 3 and 4.
FLEXIBLE REC CREATE PLAY LIST PLAY LIST TOP MENU
The play lists screen appears.
MENU PROGRAM PLAY RANDOM PLAY
Press [PLAY LIST]. For your reference You cannot create or edit play lists if the disc is write-protected. Play pauses when the end of the last program on the disc is reached during this procedure. One disc can have a maximum of 99 play lists and 999 scenes. These limits may be reduced under some conditions.
Functions displayed depend on the type of disc. Some items will be grayed out and cannot be selected if: -the disc is write protected -the disc is not formatted -there is nothing recorded on the disc.
Your selection is entered and the FUNCTIONS window disappears. If the operation requires further selections, another screen appears.
To clear the FUNCTIONS window
Press [FUNCTIONS] or [RETURN].
Press [ENTER] at the end point.

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Time D H C

RESUME PLAY

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select an item.
Refer to the relevant pages for details. Icon Refer to page 34, Disc setting page 30, Timer recording page 51, Changing the units settings page 20, Using the Direct Navigator page 36, Editing programs
DISC SETTING TIMER RECORDING SET UP DIRECT NAVIGATOR

Using on-screen menus

Disc menu

Play menu

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] e.g, DVD-RAM

1 Digital 2/0 ch OFF LR

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] e.g., DVD-RAM
Content Remarks A-B repeat does not work if the discs elapsed play time is not shown on the units display. The unit automatically determines the end of a program/title as point B when the end of the program/title is reached. Some subtitles recorded around point A or B may fail to appear. This does not work while playing a play list. Repeat play does not work if the discs elapsed play time is not shown on the units display. If the Video CD has playback control 1 While stopped (the screen saver is on the television), press the numbered buttons to select a track (page 23). 2 Select the repeat mode.

To household cable TV jack
To household home satellite system (Dishnetwork/DSS) jack
With DVD, the following conditions must be met: a the disc doesnt have protection preventing digital recording, and b the recording equipment can handle signals with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz. You cannot record DTS signals. When recording DVDs, make the following settings. V.S.S.: OFF (page 43) PCM Down Conversion: On (page 51) Dolby Digital: PCM (page 51) DTS: Off (page 51)

2-way splitter

When a home satellite system (Dishnetwork/DSS) is connected, auto tuning and auto clock setting may not operate properly. Set the clock manually (page 54). You cannot view channels other than the one selected when recording. do a timer recording unless the channel is first selected on the cable TV box or DSS receiver. To household cable TV jack
You cannot view channels other than the one selected when recording. do a timer recording unless the channel is first selected on the cable TV box.
Other antenna connections
Other antenna connection to the unit Other antenna connection from the unit to the television
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna terminals on your television. Refer to the televisions operating instructions.
Connecting other video equipment
Connecting to the L2 input terminals on the front of the unit Connecting to the input terminals on the rear of the unit, L1 and L3
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead.

A single twin lead

30075 transformer (not included)
A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal
Television VHF/UHF band separator (not included) VHF

from the antenna

/I POWER
R - AUDIO - L OPTICAL VIDEO S-VIDEO
To this units RF IN terminal (Flat) Twin lead 300 cable 75 coaxial cable

yellow white red

A twin lead terminal A twin lead and a coaxial cable

Television

S video cable Audio/Video cable (included) Audio/Video cable (included)

S video cable

75300 transformer (not included) VHF/UHF band mixer (not included)

VHF or UHF

Two twin lead terminals
S VIDEO OUT R VIDEO L OUT AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUT S VIDEO OUT
Television (Round) 75 coaxial cable To this units RF IN terminal VHF/UHF band separator (not included) VHF UHF
Other video equipment Connect to the video and audio output terminals. Other video equipment Connect to the video and audio output terminals.

Two twin leads

PCM Down Conversion Dolby Digital DTS

Display

Automatic Status Messages Choose whether to show on-screen messages automatically. Language of Display Message Choose the language for these menus and the on-screen messages. Blue Background Select Off if you do not want to have the unit show the blue background when reception is weak. FL Display Changes the brightness of the units display. English
Audio Choose the audio language.
Subtitle Choose the subtitle language.
Some discs start in a certain language despite any changes you make here.

English Original:

French Spanish The original language of each disc will be selected. Other :Input a code (page 57). Automatic: If the language selected for Audio is not available, subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on that disc. French Spanish Other French Spanish Other
English Menus Choose the language for disc menus. English
Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected) Ratings (page 51) Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. The password 8 No Limit: All DVD-Video can be played. screen is shown when you select levels 0 to 7. 1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding ratings recorded on them. 0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video. Changing ratings (When level 07 is selected) Unlock Recorder Change Password Temporary Unlock Change Level
Dim Bright Dim during Play: The display dims during video playback. Automatic: The display dims during video playback and goes off completely when the unit is turned off or on timer recording standby. If you press a button the display will brighten briefly. (At this time the power consumed will be 0.6 W.) 4:3 480I 16:9 480P

TV Screen

TV Aspect (page 14) Choose the setting to suit your television. TV Type (page 14) Choose 480P to enable progressive output. 4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video Select how DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 standard aspect television.
3-D Y/C Separation Turn 3-D Y/C separation on or off.
On: Reduces noise for recording by separating the luminance (Y) and color (C) signals received from the television station. Off: Reduces the ghosting that occurs when recording fast moving images.
Pan & Scan (page 57): Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan (unless prohibited by the producer of the disc). Letterbox (page 57): Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style.
Automatic:The unit automatically switches resolution rates durHybrid VBR Resolution Switch between automatic and fixed hybrid VBR resolution ing recording. The unit reduces block noise, which when recording. occurs during MPEG compression, by selecting the optimum rate. Fixed: The resolution rate is fixed to ensure the resolution rate is not reduced.

Power consumption in standby mode: approx. 3 W

Product Service

1. Damage requiring serviceThe unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. 2. ServicingDo not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel. 3. Replacement partsWhen parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 4. Safety checkAfter repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
Discs make sounds as they rotate. This does not indicate a malfunction.
NTSC system, 525 lines, 60 fields MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR) LINE (pin jack), 1.0 Vp-p; 75 S connector Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 Output: LINE (pin jack), 1.0 Vp-p; 75 S connector Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 Component video output (525p/525i): Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 PB: 0.7 Vp-p; 75 PR: 0.7 Vp-p; 75 Antenna reception input: TV Channel: 2ch69ch, 75 CATV Channel: 1ch125ch, 75
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantera, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)
Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCTLIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Panasonic DVD Recorder One (1) year, parts and labour LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed. THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at: Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360 Web: www.panasonic.ca For product repairs, please contact one of the following: Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you. Our Customer Care Centre at (905) 624-5505 or www.panasonic.ca A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below: Richmond, British Columbia Panasonic Canada Inc. 12111 Riverside Way Richmond, BC V6W 1K8 Tel: (604) 278-4211 Fax: (604) 278-5627 Calgary, Alberta Panasonic Canada Inc. 6835-8th St. N. E. Calgary, AB T2E 7H7 Tel: (403) 295-3955 Fax: (403) 274-5493 Mississauga, Ontario Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Dr. Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3 Tel: (905) 624-8447 Fax: (905) 238-2418 Lachine, Qubec Panasonic Canada Inc. 3075, rue Louis A. Amos Lachine, QC H8T 1C4 Tel: (514) 633-8684 Fax: (514) 633-8020