DO NOT

Concerning non-cartridge discs
Be careful about scratches and dirt.
If there is dirt or condensation on the disc
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Do not place in the following areas: In direct sunlight. In very dusty or humid areas. Near a heater. Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur). Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur. To protect discs from scratches and dirt, return them to their cases or cartridges when you are not using them.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem with the unit or recordable media, and accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by such loss. Examples of causes of such losses are A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company. A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit. A disc recorded and edited with a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this unit.

Unit care

The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown. To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth. Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure. Cleaning the DVD lens Dust and dirt may adhere to the units lens over time, making it impossible to record or play discs. Use the DVD lens cleaner about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaners instructions before use. DVD lens cleaner: RP-CL720E This lens cleaner may not be for sale depending on the region. Cleaning the video heads Dirt on the video heads can cause poor recording and play. If the picture does not improve, use a head-cleaning cassette. If the problem persists seek advice from a qualified service personnel. Do not place the unit on DO NOT amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit. The unit should not be installed or operated near large magnets or electromagnetic devices. Such devices can damage prerecorded VHS recordings. Do not place any heavy objects on top of the unit. The unit should not be mounted in a vertical position. Its designed to operate in the horizontal position. Select a position with good ventilation when installing the unit. Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of the unit

Connecting a television

To the aerial To household mains socket (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) Aerial cable

VHF/UHF RF IN

Televisions rear panel

AUDIO IN VIDEO IN R L

Red White Yellow
AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete. Other connections ( 14, 15)
RF coaxial cable (included)
Audio/Video cable (included)

Cooling fan

This units rear panel
When a digital TV and another piece of equipment such as a VCR are connected to this unit: If the broadcast signal is input into a TV through another piece of external equipment, then the signal will be attenuated and even digital broadcasts cannot be received. Split the broadcast signal from the antenna using a splitter so that the broadcast signal can be directly fed to the TV.
Media handling/STEP 1 Connection
When the unit is not to be used for a long time

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Other connections
Connecting a television with S VIDEO terminals
The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) Televisions rear panel
AUDIO IN VIDEO S VIDEO IN R L IN
Connecting a television with COMPONENT VIDEO terminals

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN R L
Red White Leave Yellow unconnected. Audio/Video cable (included)
Red White Leave Yellow unconnected. S Video cable Audio/Video cable (included)
Component Video cable Leave Yellow unconnected.

S VIDEO

Leave Yellow unconnected.
Red This units rear panel
COMPONENT VIDEO terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output ( 81) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Connect to terminals of the same colour. If you have a regular television (CRT: cathode ray tube) Use component output with progressive Off (The default setting 65), even if it is progressive compatible, because progressive output can cause some flickering. This is the same for multi system televisions using PAL mode.

Progressive output

This unit
For progressive output ( 19)
Connecting an amplifier or system component
Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal
To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders. [Required]setting] Digital Audio Output in the Setup menu ( 64) When this unit is connected to an amplifier with an Optical digital audio cable and connected to a television with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy the highest quality of audio from the disc by setting Digital Audio Output to Optical Only in the Setup menu ( 65). In this case audio is only output from the amplifier not the television. Before purchasing an optical digital audio cable (not included), check the terminal shape of the connected equipment. You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD. Amplifiers rear panel

15 min 30 min at SP at LP Video tape (e.g.: 60-minute cassette) 30 min at SP The tape length must be set correctly ( 65). Picture distortion may occur when the recording mode switches. This may not work correctly with some video cassettes. It may not work correctly when NTSC is set as the TV System ( 69).
To prevent recording errors: Set a timer recording period slightly longer than the actual programme (to make sure the programme is recorded in full). If the image quality is important to you or if you wish to store the tape for a long period, select SP. The unit can play tapes recorded in LP mode on other equipment.

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OPEN/CLOSE
When removing a recorded disc
[-R] [-R]DL] [-RWV] [+R] [+R]DL] The following screen appears when you have not processed the disc for play on other equipment.
Finalise the disc so that it can be played on other DVD players. Note: Recording or Editing is not possible after finalising. This may take up to min.
Press the REC button to start finalise.

DRIVE SELECT q REC w

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to exit. The disc cannot be played on other DVD players without finalising.

To finalise the disc

Press [ REC] on the main unit. You cannot stop this process once you have started it. If you want to set play menu select or provide a disc name, select Auto-Play Select ( 59) or Disc Name ( 58) in DVD Management before finalising.

PLAY A

w STATUS
To open the tray without disc finalisation
Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR ,,, OK

To specify a time to stop recording One Touch Recording
[RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RWV] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] During recording
Press [ REC] on the main unit to select the recording time.
You can specify up to 4 hours later. The unit display changes as shown below. OFF 0:30 ""# OFF 1:00 ""# OFF 1:30 ""# OFF 2:00 ^" Counter (cancel) ,"" OFF 4:00 ,"" OFF 3:00 ,} This does not work during timer recordings ( 26) or while using Flexible Recording ( 25). The unit turns off automatically after the time to stop recording is reached. To cancel Press [ REC] on the main unit several times until the counter appears. The time to stop recording is cancelled; however, recording continues. To stop recording Press [].

Disc Insertion/Ejection

When the format confirmation screen is displayed

To stop recording 2 seconds after play stops, press []. To stop timer recording 2 seconds after play stops 1 Press []. 2 Press [2, 1] to select Stop Recording and press [OK].
Necessary space for recording Preparation Select the channel or the external input to record. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive.
Playing a title previously recorded while recording Simultaneous rec and play
[RAM] You can also change the drive and play while recording. Press [DRIVE SELECT].
Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select To Others and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select Flexible Rec and press [OK].

Flexible Rec

Record in FR mode.
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] during recording. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a title and press [OK].
There is no sound output while searching forward or backward.
Maximum rec. time Set rec. time Start
8 Hour 00 Min. 8 Hour 00 Min. Cancel
Maximum recording time This is the maximum recording time in EP (8 Hours) mode.
Press [2, 1] to select Hour and Min. and press [3, 4] to set the recording time.
You can also set the recording time with the numbered buttons. You cannot record more than 8 hours.
To stop play Press []. To exit the Direct Navigator screen Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. To stop recording After play stops 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 2 If the recording is on the other drive Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive. 3 Press []. To stop timer recording After play stops 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 2 If the recording is on the other drive Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive. 3 Press []. 4 Press [2, 1] to select Stop Recording and press [OK].
Chasing playback and Simultaneous rec and play can only be used with programmes of the same encoding system (PAL/NTSC).

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Timer recording

Press [GUIDE].

Sat 13.01.07 19:45 TV Guide: Landscape Prog. Type Favourite ABC 1 All Types All Services Sat 13.01. Emmerdale: In todays show we will. Time: ABC 1 ABC 2

X CH W

+24 Hr TIMER REC RETURN

Prog. Type

Favourite

Page Page

Info Guide Change Display Mode

9 : CH

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the programme. Press [OK].

Timer Recording

Remain DVD 1:58 SP VHS --:---12:54:00 15. 7. TUE

Start 16:00

Changing audio during play
(Analogue broadcast only)

Press [AUDIO].

[RAM] [-RWVR] [VCD] and DivX LR>L>R ^---------------}

DVD-RAM PLAY

[DVD-V] You can change the audio channel number each time you press the button. This allows you to change things like the soundtrack language ( 42, Soundtrack).

Soundtrack

1 ENG Digital 3/2.1ch

e.g., L R is selected

e.g., English is selected.
You cannot change the audio type in the following cases. When a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW disc is in the disc tray while DVD drive is selected. When the recording mode is XP and Audio Mode for XP Recording is set to LPCM ( 64).

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Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG)
Regarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG)
DivX Playable discs File format [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] DivX Files must have the extension.DIVX,.divx,.AVI or.avi. [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [CD] Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats) and Joliet This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of the disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions. Operation may take time to complete when there are many files (tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some files (tracks) may not display or be playable. English alphabet and Arabic numerals are displayed correctly. Other characters may not be displayed correctly. The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is displayed on a computer. Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files (tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the order you numbered them. This unit is not compatible with packet-write format. Depending on the recording conditions, the disc may not play. You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making folders as shown below. However depending on how you create the disc (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders. [CD] Structure of MP3 folders Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you want to play them. Root

If you press [ REC], the disc will automatically be finalised after copying completes. After finalising, the discs become play-only and you can play them on other DVD equipment. However, you can no longer record or edit. If you press [1] (PLAY), you can start copying without finalising. If you press [], you can cancel the copy. Finalising will not start if copying is not completed (e.g., due to shortage of remaining disc space).
Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connection to this unit. When copying an NTSC tape to a DVD, change the TV System to NTSC in the Setup menu ( 69). This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have PAL signal recordings. VHS (Recording source) Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the VHS drive. Insert the video cassette containing the programme to be copied. ( 12) Press [1] (PLAY) to play the video cassette and then press [AUDIO] to select the audio type you wish to record. Stop the tape at the position where you wish to start recording. DVD (Recording target) Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. [RAM] Release protection. (disc 58, cartridge 58) Insert a disc and confirm there is sufficient empty space for recording on it. ( 12, 43) Select the recording mode. ( 22)
To stop copying in the middle
Press [] or press and hold [RETURN] for about 3 seconds or more. However you cannot stop finalise after it has started.
While One Touch Copying is activated, a timer recording cannot be started. When the copying is not started or not executed, the COPYING indicator blinks for about 7 seconds. Check if the unit is properly prepared.
Dividing a title to be copied
When copying from VHS to DVD, the title is divided by index signal ( 41) detected and then recorded. You can search desired titles with the Direct Navigator ( 32) after copy to DVD. Titles that are too short may not be divided correctly. The recording time may become longer than the original title depending on the number of index signals. If you want to copy without dividing the contents into titles, follow the method below. Set Time Setting to On on the GUI Copy ( 50).
Press and hold [ DVD, COPYING] on the main unit for about 3 seconds or more (until START on the units display stops flashing).

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Copying To change the setting
1 Make sure Copy Time is selected and press [1]. 2 Make sure Time Setting is selected and press [OK]. Setting the unit to copy all the content on the video cassette 3 Press [3, 4] to select Off and press [OK]. 4 Press [2]. 5 Press [4]. Setting the copying time 3 Press [3, 4] to select On and press [OK]. 4 Press [4] to select Copy Time and press [OK]. 5 Press [2, 1] to select Hour and Min. and press [3, 4] to set the recording time and then press [OK]. You can also set the time with the numbered buttons. Maximum recording time is 8 hours. 6 Press [2]. 7 Press [4].

,,, OK REC MODE q REC

Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the input channel for the equipment you have connected.
e.g., If you have connected to AV2 input terminals, select A2.

Recording to DVD

Follow the above step 1. e.g., Connecting to the AV2 or DV input terminals on the front You can also connect to the AV1 input terminals on the rear. Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting.
Start play on the other equipment.

Press [ REC].

Recording starts. Using Flexible Recording ( 25), you can record the content of a video cassette (approx. 18 hours) to a 4.7 GB disc with the best possible quality of recording without wasting disc space.
AV2 IN S VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R

Recording to VHS

Yellow White Red DV cable (IEEE 1394, 4-pin) Follow the above step 1.
Start playing the video cassette and find the recording start point.

S Video cable

Audio/Video cable Other video equipment
Press [;] and then press [ REC].
Put the unit in recording standby mode.
Connect to Audio/Video output terminals. If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural Connect to L/MONO on the AV2 input terminals at the front. The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO terminal. When recording from the units DV terminal Select the type of audio recording from Audio Mode for DV Input in the Setup menu ( 64). When recording from DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder), you can record audio/video recordings from DV tape only. About the aspect when recording a programme ( 7)
Start play on the external device. Press [;] at the point where you want to start recording.
To skip unwanted parts Press [;] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.) To stop recording Press []. Almost all videos and DVD-Video on sale have been treated to prevent illegal copying. Any software that has been so treated cannot be recorded using this unit.
If it becomes time for a timer recording to start while copying, the recording will start and the copying will stop. If video is copied from another piece of equipment to this unit, then the video quality will be degraded.

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DV automatic recording (DV Auto Rec)
[RAM] [-R] [-RWV] [+R] [+RW] [RAM] When the DV Auto Rec function is used, programmes are recorded as a title while at the same time chapters are created at each break in the images and the playlist is created automatically.
After preparation is completed, the following screen appears.

DV Auto Rec

DV unit is connected. Record from the DV unit?
Press [2, 1] to select Rec to DVD and press [OK]. You can proceed to step 4.

Unlock Recorder Change Level
Change Password Temporary Unlock
German French Italian English Spanish Original: The original language of each disc will be selected. Other Automatic: If the language selected for Soundtrack is not available, subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on that disc. English German French Italian Spanish Other English Spanish German French Other Italian
EP (6 Hours):You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc. EP (8 Hours):You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc. The sound quality is better when using EP (6 Hours) than when using EP (8 Hours). Automatic: The programme will be recorded in the original aspect used when recording started (including when recording started at a commercial, etc.). 16:9 4:3 In the following cases, even when set to Automatic or 16:9, recordings will be made or copied in 4:3. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RWV] When the recording mode is set to EP or FR (recordings 5 hours or longer) mode. When recording or copying to a +R, +R DL and +RW. (continued on the next page)
Aspect for Recording Sets the aspect ratio when recording or copying. (This function does not work with video cassettes.)
8 No Limit: All DVD-Video can be played. 1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding ratings recorded on them. 0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.

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Refer to the control reference on page 62. Tabs Picture Menus
Comb Filter Select the picture sharpness when recording. The setting is fixed with On if you set TV System to NTSC ( 69). Still Mode Select the type of picture shown when you pause play ( 80, Frames and fields).
On: Pictures become clear and vivid. Normally, use this setting. Off: Select it when recording noisy pictures.
Automatic Field: Select if jittering occurs when Automatic is selected. (The picture is coarser.) Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen clearly when Automatic is selected. (The picture is clearer and finer.) On: The chapters in playlists are played seamlessly. This does not work when there are several audio types included on the playlist and when using Quick View (Play x1.3). Additionally, the positioning of chapter segments may change slightly. Off: The points where chapters in playlists change are played accurately, but the picture may freeze for a moment. On Off M 1 M 2 You cannot select the audio on this unit when recording from an external source, such as when copying from a video cassette recorder (except from DV equipment connected to this units DV input terminal). Select the audio on the other equipment. When recording from the units DV terminal, select the type of audio recording from Audio Mode for DV Input ( below).

Tabs Display
On-Screen Messages Choose the approximate time until the digital channel information screen ( 21) disappears automatically. The length of time the control panel ( 17) is displayed can also be changed, but Off does not work. Grey Background Select Off if you do not want to have the unit show the grey background when tuner reception is weak. FL Display Changes the brightness of the units display. This setting is fixed with Automatic if you set Power Save ( 66) to On. New Service Message ( 21) When a new DVB channel is added this unit will be informed automatically. Then the confirmation message appears. If you select Yes on the display, Auto-Setup starts (all channel settings and all created categories are deleted. The timer recording programmes are also cancelled.).
Off: The digital channel information is not displayed. 7 sec. 10 sec. 3 sec. 5 sec.
Bright Dim Automatic: The display turns dark during play and disappears when the unit is turned off. It reappears momentarily if a button is pressed. While using this mode, the standby power consumption can be reduced. Automatic Off: The service messages are not shown.
Connection TV Aspect ( 18)
Set to match the type of television connected.
16:9: When connected to a 16:9 widescreen television. Pan & Scan: When connected to a 4:3 aspect television, side picture is trimmed for 16:9 picture ( 81). Letterbox: When connected to a 4:3 aspect television. 16:9 picture is shown in the letterbox style ( 81).
Progressive ( 19) TV System ( 69) HDMI Settings Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Video Format You can only select items compatible with the connected equipment. This setting normally does not need to be changed. However if you are concerned about output picture quality, it may be improved by changing the setting.

On PAL

Off NTSC
Aspect for 4:3 Video To play a 4:3 title when connected with an HDMI cable, set how to show pictures on a 16:9 widescreen television.
576i/480i 576p/480p 720p 1080i 1080p: When setting video output to 1080p, we recommend using a Panasonic HDMI cable 5 meters or less in length to prevent video distortion. To enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p, you need to connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV. Automatic: Automatically selects the output resolution best suited to the connected television (1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p/480p or 576i/480i). 4:3: Picture output expands left or right. 16:9: Picture is output as original aspect with side panels.

2 Press [OK] to save the group. To change the order of channels of a group
After performing steps 16 List of TV Reception Channels Tuner System PALB DVBT Channel Coverage Australia Analogue Australia Digital
1 Press [1]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the channel in the Favourite column to move and press the Green button. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the new position of the channel and press the Green button.
Repeat the steps to move other channels.

VHF 012 612

UHF 2869 2769

CATV 45 MHz to 470 MHz

4 Press [OK] to save the group.
Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select To Others and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select Setup and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select Tuning and press [1].
1 Press [1]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the channel in the Favourite column and press the Yellow button.

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Refer to the control reference on page 62. DVB Manual Tuning
You can set channels manually that the DVB Auto Setup could not complete successfully. After performing steps 14 ( 67)

Signal Condition

You can check the quality and strength of digital broadcast signals. Realign the aerial if you are receiving a poor signal. When Signal Condition is displayed in grey and cannot be selected: 1 Press [EXIT] to exit the screen. 2 Press [W X CH] to select a digital channel. D appears on the units display. 3 Display the Setup menu again ( 67). After performing steps 14 ( 67)
Press [3, 4] to select Settings for Digital Services and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select DVB Manual Tuning and press [OK].

DVB Manual Tuning

Channel System Australia Frequency 498,0 MHz DVB CH10 Signal Quality Signal Strength Prog. Channel Service Name Net ID TS ID Quality
Press [3, 4] to select Settings for Digital Services and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select Signal Condition and press [OK].
The quality and strength of the signal are shown. Press [W X CH] to select the channel.

2 ABC 2W DVB CH30

Signal Quality CH + CH Signal Strength

CHANNEL

START SCAN OFFSET RETURN
Press [3, 4] to select the channel you want to set. Press [2, 1] to adjust the frequency.

This is a non-recordable disc. This disc is not formatted properly. Format it using DVD Management in FUNCTION MENU. To watch pictures on VHS, use DVD/ VHS COMMON OUT, and switch to an appropriate AV channel on your TV. Rental Expired.

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The TV system set on the unit and the signal of the video contents of the video cassette being played is different. Connect the unit to the TV with the DVD/VHS COMMON terminals. The DivX VOD content has zero remaining plays. You cannot play it. (DivX) The operation is prohibited by the unit, disc or video cassette.

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On the units display
The following messages or service numbers appear on the units display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. Page DVD ( stands for a number.) The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. Press and hold [OK] and the indicated number button at the same time for more than 5 seconds. HARD ERR GUIDE FINAL NoERAS NoREAD If there is no change after turning the unit on and off, consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. TV Guide data is being downloaded. When the screen asking if you want to finalise the disc appears, the message is displayed. You cannot delete items on this disc. The disc may be damaged. Use a new disc. The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot record, play, or edit. This message may appear when the DVD lens cleaner has finished cleaning. Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to eject the disc. You cannot write to this disc. The disc may be damaged. Use a new disc. You have not inserted a video cassette for the recording. You have inserted a video cassette without the accidental erasure prevention tab. Use a video cassette with an accidental erasure prevention tab. There was a power failure or the AC plug was disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to normal operation. The unit is not broken. Wait until the message disappears. There are already 16 timer programmes. Delete unnecessary timer programmes. The unit is performing a software update.
NoWRIT NoCASSETTE PROTECT

PLEASE WAIT

PROG FULL SW-DL UNFORMAT
You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, +RW, an unused +R, +R DL or DVD-RW (DVDVideo format) that has been recorded on other equipment. Format the disc to use it. However all the recorded contents on the disc are deleted. You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play or record on. The HDMI connection could not be authenticated due to a transfer malfunction. Consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. The HDMI connection could not be authenticated due to an internal data malfunction. Consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. The unit is hot. The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears. Select a position with good ventilation when installing the unit. Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of the unit. (When a disc is not inserted) Displays when a malfunction has occurred during recording, playback or copy. This is displayed when the unit is in the recovery process to return to normal operation; it is not broken. Once the display disappears you can use the unit again. The HDMI connection acts unusually. The connected equipment is not HDMI compatible. The HDMI cable is too long. Please use a cable 5.0 meters or less. The HDMI cable is damaged. HDMI cannot be output because you are connected to a model that does not support copyright protection. The unit fails to operate properly. Press [/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby mode. Now press [/I] on the main unit again to turn the unit on. (When a disc is inserted) Displays when there was something unusual detected with the disc while recording, playback or copy. This is displayed when the unit is in the recovery process to return to normal operation; it is not broken. Once the display disappears you can use the unit again. There is something unusual. (The service number displayed after H and F depends on the units condition.) Check the unit using the troubleshooting guide. If the service number does not disappear, do the following. 1. Disconnect the plug from the household mains socket, wait a few seconds, then reconnect it. 2. Press [/I] to turn the power on. (The unit may be fixed.) If the service number does not disappear despite after doing the above, request service from the dealer. Inform the dealer of the service number when requesting service. The Child Lock function is activated. Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN] simultaneously until X HOLD disappears.

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TV screen and video (continued) Titles recorded with 16:9 aspect are stretched vertically. [DVD] 16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RWV] If you recorded or copied using EP or FR (recordings 5 hours or longer) recording mode. If you recorded or copied to a +R, +R DL or +RW. If you recorded with the Aspect for Recording set to 4:3 in the Setup menu. When you want to record 16:9 programme in the same aspect, set the Aspect for Recording to 16:9. By setting Aspect for Recording to Automatic, there is a chance that the recording will be made using the wrong aspect. Match the aspect settings to the broadcast when recording. It may be possible to adjust the display mode on the TV. Refer to your televisions operating instructions. Set Playback NR in the Picture menu to Off. Set Progressive in the Picture menu to Off. This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.

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There is a lot of after-image when playing video. When playing DVD-Video using progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up. There is no apparent change in picture quality when adjusted with the Picture menu in the onscreen menus. The images from this unit do not appear on the television. Picture is distorted.
The effect is less perceivable with some types of video.
Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal on this unit. Make sure that the televisions input setting (e.g., AV 1) is correct. Progressive output is set to on but the connected television is not progressive compatible. Press and hold [] and [ DVD, COPYING] on the main unit at the same time for more than 5 seconds to cancel this setting. The setting will change to interlace. The units TV System setting differs from the TV system used by the disc now playing. While stopped, keep pressing [] and [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit for 5 or more seconds. The system switches from PAL to NTSC or vice versa. When this unit is connected with an HDMI cable, use a disc that matches with this units TV system. Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the number of connected devices. You may be playing a TV programme recorded with poor reception or unfavourable weather conditions. The picture may be distorted or a black screen may appear briefly between recorded titles in the following situations: between titles recorded with different recording modes. between scenes recorded with different aspect ratios. between scenes recorded with different resolutions. between playlist chapters.

VIERA Link VIERA Link doesnt work.
To reset this unit To return all the settings other than the main ones to the factory preset
To reset the ratings level settings To restore the unit if it freezes due to one of the safety devices being activated Other After performing an update, you can no longer receive broadcasts.
Depending on the content of the update, some settings may have returned to the preset values. Fix the settings again.
Check whether the clock is properly set. If signal quality is bad (ghost images or limited reception), the TV Guide system may not be able to receive any data. Some stations are not supported by the TV Guide system. Analogue broadcasts are not supported by the TV Guide system. Programme the Timer recording manually or via G-CODE system. There was a programme change. Check the current programme, e.g. on the Web site for the TV Guide system provider or station provider. Programme information about analogue broadcasts is not displayed. The TV Guide system shows the data that was received up to the interruption. The programme information may be incomplete. Make sure that the time is set correctly. Check whether Off is set under EPG Download in Standby and change the setting in the Setup menu.

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EZ47VGN.book 80

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. Decoder A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding. DivX DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc. DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file size. Dolby Digital This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method. When recording on this unit Dolby Digital (2 channel) is the default audio. Down-mixing This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on some discs into two channels. It is useful when you want to listen to the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through your televisions speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then only output the front two channels. Drive In the instance of this unit, this refers to disc (DVD) and video cassette (VHS). These perform the reading and writing of data. DTS (Digital Theater Systems) This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are possible. Dynamic range Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of sound before distortion occurs. Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap between the loudest and softest sounds. This means you can listen at low volumes but still hear dialogue clearly. Film and video DVD-Videos are recorded using either film or video. This unit can determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable method of progressive output. Film: Recorded at 25 frames per second (PAL discs) or 24 frames per second (NTSC discs). (NTSC discs recorded at 30 frames per second as well.) Generally appropriate for motion picture films. Video: Recorded at 25 frames/50 fields per second. (PAL discs) or 30 frames/60 fields per second (NTSC discs). Generally appropriate for TV drama programmes or animation. Finalise A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalise DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL on this unit. After finalising, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit. However, finalised DVD-RW can be formatted for recording again. Formatting Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment. You can format DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format), +RW or unused +R and +R DL on this unit. Formatting permanently deletes all contents. Frames and fields Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.

2009 DMR-EZ48V DVD Recorder

High Picture Quality

uper multi-format recording and playback S ne touch 2 way copying O ivX playback D uto drive select A
Digital tuner and 1080p up-conversion

VIERA Link

Simple recording and playback
Digital Camera Connection with SD Memory Card and USB Cable
2009 DMR-EZ48V DVD Recorder Specifications

DMR-EZ48V

Playable Type DVD DVD-RAM DVD-Video DVD-VR JPEG DVD-Video DVD-VR JPEG MP32 DivX3 Video CD-DA MP32 JPEG DivX3 Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1 Ver. 2.2 Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1 Ver. 3.0 Ver. 3.0 Ver. 1.1 Ver. 1.1 Ver. 1.2 Ver. 1.2 Ver. 1.0 Ver. 1.1 Ver. 1.2 Ver. 1.3 Ver. 1.0 Ver. 1.1 Ver. 1.1 Ver. 1.2

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DVD-R1/-RW1/-R (DL)1
(DVD-RW only) l (DVD-R only) l (DVD-R only)

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+R1/ +R (DL)1/ +RW CD, CD-R/RW
2x Speed 2-3x Speed 2-5x Speed l 1x Speed l 1-4x Speed l 1-8x Speed l 1-16x Speed l 2-4x Speed l 2-8x Speed l 1x Speed l 1-2x Speed l 2-4x Speed l 2-6x Speed l 2.4x Speed l 2.4-4x Speed l 2.4-8x Speed l 2.4-16x Speed l 2.4x Speed l 2.4-8x Speed l 2.4x Speed l 2.4-4x Speed

Recordable Discs DVD-RAM

DVD-R5

DVD-R (DL)5

DVD-RW5
+R (DL) +RW Recording Format DVD-RAM DVD-R, DVD-R (DL), DVD-RW Recording Time (Approximate) 4.7GB# Disc
DVD Video Recording Format DVD Video Format XP Mode SP Mode LP Mode EP Mode6 XP Mode SP Mode LP Mode EP Modehour 2 hours 4 hours 6 / 8 hours 1 hour 45 minutes 3 hours 35 minutes 7 hours 10 minutes 10 hours 45 minutes / 14 hours 20 minutes NTSC Color Signal, 525 lines, 60 fields MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR) LINE (pin jack) x 2 S Connector x 2 LINE (pin jack) x 1 S Connector x 1
8.5GB# DVD-R DL / +R DL Disc Antenna Reception Input TV Channel Analog / Digital CATV Channel Analog / Digital Video TV System Recording System
Video In S-Video In Video Out Output S-Video Out Component Video Output (Y, PB, PR) : 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i Audio Recording System Input Audio In Audio Out Output Digital Audio Out Input Video / Audio DV Input HDMI Output : 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p VHS Playable Format Operations Rec. Mode Rec. System Copying Way USB Terminal USB Standard Format Playback on USB memory Transfer to DVD-RAM Transfer from DVD-RAM Format JPEG Compatible pixels Maximum number of folders JPEG Items Maximum number of JPEG files Compatible compression rate MP3 Compatible sampling rate Maximum number of folders MP3 Items Maximum number of files Maximum number of folders Divx Items Maximum number of DivX files SD Memory Card Slot SD Memory Card Slot Transfer to DVD-RAM Transfer from DVD-RAM Compatible Media10 Format Image File Image File Format Number of Pixels Power Supply Normal Use Power Consumption [Approx.] Standby mode Dimensions (W x H x D) [Approx.] Weight [Approx.] Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Range
1. After finalizing only. 2. For contents recorded on CD-R/RW media from CDs for personal use. Playability may vary depending on conditions and discs. 3. Official DivX Certified product. Plays all versions of DivX video (including DivX6) with standard playback of DivX media files. DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license. About DivX: DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc. DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file size. 4. This unit can play CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW. It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording. 5. It is compatible to a DVD-Video format after finalized. 6. In EP mode, you can select either 6 hours or 8 hours of recording. The sound quality in 6-hour EP mode is higher quality than in 8-hour EP mode. 7. This unit is not compatible with MOTION JPEG.
Dolby Digital 2ch LINE (pin jack) x 2 LINE (pin jack) x 1 Optical terminal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS) [DVD priority]
Hi-Fi, SQPB Repeat Play, x500 REW SP/LP(PB)/EP/VP One-touch 2-way copying USB2.0 Full Speed FAT 16 , FAT 32 JPEG , MP3 l [JPEG] l [JPEG] Sub sampling 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Between 34 X 34 and 6144 X 4096 pixels recognizable folders per disc on this unit (including the root folder) 3000 recognizable JPEG files per disc on this unit 8 32kbps-320kbps 16kHz, 22.05kHz, 24kHz, 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz recognizable folders per disc on this unit (including the root folder) 999 recognizable files per disc on this unit 8
SD Memory Card11 *includes miniSDTM Cards (A miniSD Adaptor needs to be inserted.) FAT12, FAT16 (SD Memory Card) FAT32 (SDHC Memory Card) JPEG conforming DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) 34 x 34 to 6,144 x 4,096 (Sub sampling; 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) AC 120V, 60Hz 25 W [Quick Start ON] 9.8 W [Shipping Condition] 2.1 W 16 15/16" x 2 3/8"x 9 13/16" 6.16 lbs 41 - 104F 10-80 %RH (no condensation)

8. Total number of recognizable files including MP3, JPEG, DivX and other type of files is 4000. 9. This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags. 10. MR-EZ48V/EA38V/EZ28/EA18 are compatible with SD Memory Card / miniSD Cards [A miniSD adaptor needs to be inserted]. These units are compatible with DCF based, still D picture (JPEG) files recorded using a digital camera. These units are not compatible with sound, moving pictures or still pictures not in accordance with DCF standards (i.e. MOTION JPEG etc), or with types of still pictures other than JPEG. 11. Includes SDHC compatible card. (Class is not supported.) # 1GB = one billion bytes. Useable capacity will be less. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions are approximate.