Panasonic Diga DMR-E50 User manual

Panasonic”
DVD VIDEO RECORDER
Model No. DMR-E50
RAM
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”.
*The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or
“ALL”. Example:
f-1:_) @ [1241
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future ref-
erence.
The warranty can be found on page 57.
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CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM-
ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI-
FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR-
SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOIS-
TURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
a
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-
pliance.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
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. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi-
sion reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
l Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
l Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
@Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the
attached installation instructions and use only shielded inter-
face cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the build-
ing, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
i (Inside of product)
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty,
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the
unit.
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Do not place the unit ,c:” 3 I.~.:.,
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on amplifiers or equip-
ment that may become
hot.
The heat can damage the unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are pro-
vided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
Features
This unit allows recording of high quality video on
DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media with
fast random access. This media also out performs past
tape formats in ease of operation.
H Exceptional sound and picture quality when
recording
l Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high quality
sound recordings.
*The encoder system used for recording is called “Hybrid VBR” and
allows high quality recordings.
n Fast access to the program you want to watch
(*page 17) mm
Use the Direct Navigator to find a program you have recorded and
start play.
n Make your own DVD-Video
l Finalizing a DVD-R that has been recorded on produces an origi-
nal DVD-Video in accordance with DVD-Video standards.
*In addition to DVD-Video movie software, this unit can also play
other types of discs including audio CDs and Video CDs. This
means that this unit has the potential to play a central role in your
home entertainment, from high-end home theater through to CD
playback.
H Maximum 12 hours on DVD-RAM
*Using a double sided, 9.4 GB DVD-RAM allows you to record a
maximum of 12 hours (6 hours continuously).
*You can also use the FR (Flexible Recording) mode to fit record-
ings efficiently onto the available space on the disc.
n Editing your recording m
l You can divide programs (+page 32).
l Use play lists (‘page 28) to select your favorite scenes and rear-
range them to play in any order you like.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched partic-
ularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufac-
turer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over. @ 3
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-
mally, or has been dropped.
W MP3 disc play (spage 21)
You can also play MP3 files recorded on CD-R and CD-RW, as well
as DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-Video, Video CDs and CDs.
H Progressive Scan
By connecting the component video terminal of this unit to a pro-
gressive scan television, it is possible to enjoy the high quality pic-
ture rendered by the progressive scan function.
n Quick View (+page 19)
You can speed up play to make checking the contents faster. Both
video and sound are played faster.
n The FUNCTIONS window shows you most of the
features you can use (+page 23)
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.
n Watch a program while you are recording it
(+page 22) m
Chasing play
You can watch a program from the start while you are still recording it.
Simultaneous ret and play
You can record a program while watching one you recorded
previously.
Time Slip
You can jump back to review a piece of action you missed while
recording by pressing the time slip button.
*During playback, you can specify a length of time to jump to the
scene you wish to view.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem
with the unit or disc, 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................... .3
Features .......................................... ...3
Accessories ....................................... ...4
STEP 1 Antenna and television connections .............. .5
STEP 2 The remote control ............................ .6
STEP3Plug-inAutoTuning ............................ .6
STEP 4 VCR Plus+ guide channel settings ............... .8
STEP 5 Set up to match your television ................. .I0
Disc information .................................... .I1
Control reference guide .............................. .I2
Recording television programs. ....................... .I4
Inserting discs ..................................... 15
Recording modes and approximate recording times in hours . 15
Watching the television while recording. ................. 15
Recording from a video cassette recorder. ............... 15
Recording the best quality pictures in the remaining time
-Flexible Recording. ............................. 15
Playing d'iscs .......................... , ........ , ... .I6
When a menu screen appears on the television ........... 17
Position Memory ................................... 17
Using the Direct Navigator. ........................... 17
To erase a program that is being played back ............. 17
Other methods of play ............................... .I8
Skipping..........................................l8
Slow-motion play ................................... 18
Frame-by-frame viewing. ............................. 18
Starting play from a selected program, title, chapter, or track. . 18
Skipping a minute forward-CM Skip ................... 18
Selecting an amount of time to skip-Time Slip ........... 19
Fast forward and rewind-SEARCH .................... 19
Quick View. ....................................... 19
Marking places to play again-MARKER ................ .20
Marking positions directly. ............................ 20
Using on-screen menus to mark positions. .............. .20
Using menus to play MP3 discs ....................... .21
Playing while you are recording ....................... .22
Playing from the beginning of the program you are recording
-Chasing Play. ................................ .22
Simultaneous ret and play. .......................... .22
Reviewing the recorded images while recording-Time Slip. . 22
Changingaudio......................................2 3
Using the FUNCTIONS window ........................ .23
Timer recording ..................................... .24
Specify a time to stop recording. ...................... .24
Using VCR Plus+ codes to make timer recordings ........ -24
Manually programming timer recordings ................ .25
Check programs. .................................. .26
Change or delete the program. ....................... .26
Entering text ........................................ .27
Creating play lists., ................................. .28
Playing play lists, Playing play list scenes ............... .29
To erase a play list or a play list scene during playback. .... .29
Editing play lists .................................... .30
Editing programs .................................... .32
Discsetting ....................................... ..3 4
Using on-screen menus .............................. .36
Common procedures, Disc menu. ..................... .36
Play menu, Audio menu ............................. .37
Videomenu ..................................... ..3 8
On-screen displays. ................................. .39
HomeTheater........................................4 0
Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver ............. .41
Connecting an amplifier or system component ........... .42
Connecting other video equipment. .................... .43
Otherantennaconnections............................4 4
Other antenna connection to the unit .................. .44
Other antenna connection from the unit to the television .... .44
Changing the remote control code ..................... .45
Changing the unit’s settings .......................... .46
Summary of settings. ............................... .46
Common procedures.. ............................ ..4 8
Clocksettings ................................... ..4 9
Glossary, Disc handling ............................. ..5 0
Errormessages......................................5 I
Troubleshooting guide ............................... .52
Maintenance.........................................5 4
Product Service ..................................... .54
Specifications ...................................... .55
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ................... .56
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). ................ .57
Espaiiol
Instalacion basica ................................. 58
Conexiones del televisor y de la antena .............. 58
Plug-in para Sintonizacion automatica ............... 58
Guia VCR Plus+ para ajuste de canales ............. 59
Instalacion para ajustar su televisor ................. 59
Grabacion de programas de television. ............... 60
Introduction de discos. ........................... 61
Modos de grabacion y tiempo de grabacion
aproximado en horas .......................... 61
Visualization del televisor durante la grabacion ........ 61
Reproduction durante la grabacion. ................. 61
Reproduction de discos ........................... 62
Cuando aparece una pantalla de menus en el televisor . . 63
Memoria de position ............................ 63
Utilization del Navegador direct0 ................... 63
Para borrar un programa que se esta reproduciendo .... 63
indice. ................................ Contraportada
Index ....................................... Backcover
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
Only for U.S. A.: To order accessories con tat t l-800-332-5368 or web site (h ttp://Www.panasonic. corn).
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
0 1 Remote control
(EUR7615KNO)
0 2 Batteries
for remote control
0 1 AC power supply cord 0 1 75 Q coaxial cable
(RJA0065-A) (VJAI 091)
0 1 Audio/Video cable q 1 DVD-RAM disc
(VJA0788)
IlEa
(U.S.A. only)
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit Product Registration Card
I
A only. Do not use it with other equipment. Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register
via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/
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STEP I Antenna and television connections
Preparation
l Refer to the television’s operating instructions.
l Turn the television off and disconnect its AC power supply cord.
To enjoy sound through other audio equipment @page 42)
To enjoy progressive video
Connect to the component video (480P) input terminals on a televi-
sion compatible with this unit’s copy guard system. (Video will not
be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.)
@All Panasonic televisions that have 480P input terminals are com-
patible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of
television.
Television To the antenna
Cable TV’
u<, .
<
Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna
or
/
AUDIO VIDEO
IN IN VHF/UHF
R L RF IN
00 0
(TTf
--
Red White Yellow
l-lnn
Audionlideo cable 75 R coaxial cable
(included) +below
If the connector
doesn’t match
.
Antenna cable
--,
-r (usually discon-
netted from the
AC power supply cord (included)
Connect last.
Also connect the AC
power supply cords for
the other eauipment. (included)
To household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Cooling fan Red White Yellow
evision).
S-VIDEO OUT terminal
The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than
the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C)
and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the tele-
vision .) Television
S video cable
/ Television
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal\
These terminals can be used for either
interlace or progressive output and
provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO
[ 7 7 7 J OUTterminal..
Connectron using these terminals outputs
6
, 4 c the color difference signals (P,/P,> and
II , luminance signal (Y) separately in order to
*
53 L i;v “r’ achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.
Video cable @The description of the component video
(not included) input terminals depends on the televi-
II I I’ sion or monitor (e.g. Y/P~/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y,
I
When making this connection, ensure you connect the audio
cables to the corresponding audio input terminals on the televi-
sion. Y/C&R). Connect to terminals of the
same color.
l After making this connection, change the
black level for a better picture
(*page 47, Video-Black Level Control).
When making this connection, ensure you
connect the audio cables to the
corresponding audio input terminals on
the television.
75 R coaxial cable
@The signal from the antenna passes through this unit and along
the 75 R coaxial cable to the television even when this unit is
turned off. You don’t have to connect the antenna to the televi-
sion.
@The picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through
the 75 R coaxial cable to the television. Make sure you connect
one of the following terminals on this unit to the television: the
AUDIO/VIDEO terminal, the S-VIDEO OUT terminal or the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. If the television has none
of these terminals, consult your local dealer.
Do not connect the unit through zsvideo
cassette recorder
Videosignalsfedthroughvideocassetterecorderswiltbe
affected by copyrightptutection systemsand the picture
willnotbe showncorrectlyan the tek~ision.
Conserving power
This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is
turned off (approx. 3.2 W). To save power when the unit is not to
be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.

STEP 2 The remote control
R6/LR6, AA, Uy-3 . =- ,,
l Insert so the poles (+ and -) match those in the remote control.
l Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not:
l mix old and new batteries.
l use different types at the same time.
l heat or expose to flame.
l take apart or short circuit.
l attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
l use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes
(television+page 10, main unit +page 45).
Remote control signal sensor
in front of the unit
STEP 3 Plug-in Auto Tuning
a, DVD POWER
Numbered
buttons
ADD/DLT
SETUP
r\,v,CH
RETURN
POWER, &/I V,A, CH
After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing
[b, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit
assists you to set the menu language, and automatically tunes in all
the channels it can receive and sets the clock.
The unit automatically determines the type of transmission (air or
cable) and puts them into channels as follows.
BZNld I Channel
TV Mode 1 VHF I 2-13 I
(Air) UHF 14-69
VHF 2-13
CATV Mode
(Cable)
CATV LOW BAND- 95-99
CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14-36
CATV HYPER BAND 37-65
ULTRA BAND 66-94
100-125
SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1

Preparation
l Confirm that the antenna is connected correctly.
@Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to
suit the connections to this unit.
1 Press [a, DVD POWER] to turn the
unit on.
2 Press [A, v] to select the menu lan-
guage and press [ENTER].
e.g., when you select
English I
Connect antenna cable and if you use a
cable box, tune it to your local PBS CH
then. . .
3 Press [ENTER].
1
Plug-in Auto Tuning starts and the unit puts the stations
can receive into channels. it
The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is
displayed when finished. If the clock is an hour slower or
faster than the actual time, go to “Time Zone Adjust” to cor-
rect it (*page 49).
4 When the display shows the correct time
Press [ENTER] to complete Plug-in
Auto Tuning.
If the unit couldn’t set the clock automatically
Press [ENTER] to show the “Manual Clock Setting” screen. Set the
time manually (+page 49).
To start Plug-in Auto Tuning again (after reloca-
tion, for example)
Antenna system, channel caption, and VCR Plus+ guide
channel settings all revert to the default values when you
perform the procedure below. Timer recording settings are
also cleared.
When the unit is on and stopped
@ Press and hold [v, CH] and [A, CH] on the main unit for
about five seconds.
The unit turns off.
@ Press [a, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on.
Follow the above steps 2-4.
1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.
2 Press [A, v] to select “Channel” and
press [,I.
4 Press [A, v] to select “TV” or
“CATV” and press [ENTER].
The screen shown in step 2 reappears.
5 Press [A, v] to select “Auto Channel
Setting” and press [ENTER].
If you have not yet set clock, the “Auto Channel/Clock Set-
ting” screen appears.
6 Press [ENTER].
Auto setting starts. This takes a few minutes. (To stop auto
channel setting, press [RETURN].) When finished, the Com-
plete screen or time display is shown. Press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
When you are finished
Press [SETUP].
Add or delete channels if necessary channels are not set or unnec-
essary channels are set.
While this unit is receiving the antenna signal (but not during
recording):
1 Press the numbered buttons to select
a channel.
e.g., “5”: PI + El Unit’s display
when you are going to delete a channel.
2 Press [ADD/DLT].
The channel is deleted if it was set or added if it was not set.
emg*’jl::
Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary.

STEP 4 VCR Plus+ guide channel settings
CANCEL
A, Y 4 b
ENTER
SETUP
m RETURN
Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plus+ codes for
timer recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart show-
ing the channels, station names, and guide channels.
e.g.,
St&Xl GUiCk? Channef
name channel number
CBS 04 04
HBO 33 15
Nickelodeon 38 20
Look up the guide channels Write c
unnecessary
Enter channel 15 next
to Guide Channel 33.
Enter channel 20 next
to Guide Channel 38.
)wn all the stations you
for the stations in magazines. can receive.
1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.
Press [A, v] to select “Channel” and
press [b].
3 Press [A, v] to select “VCR Plus+
CH Setting” and press [ENTER].
e.g., when the current antenna system is CATV.
4 Press [A, v] to select the guide
channel you want to set and press
PI
When’selecting the guide channel, press and hold [A, v] to
scroll the screen up and down.
5 Press [A, v] to select the channel
corresponding to the guide channel
and press [+I.
To delete a number, press [CANCEL].
Repeat steps 4 and 5 as necessary.
6 Press [ENTER].
The “Channel” screen reappears.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
When you are finished
Press [SETUP].
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gem-
star Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manu-
factured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Pats. 5,307,173; 5,335,079; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; and
4,706,121

1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.
2 Press [A, V] to select “Channel” and
-
Proceed with
the steps
described
below.
Preset Channel Caption
3 Press [A, V] to select “Preset Chan-
nel Caption” and press [ENTER].
4 Press [A, V] to select the caption
and then press [,I.
You can choose from the following captions.
ABC, PBS, CBS, CNN, FOX, ESPN, NBC, HBO, A&E, AMC,
FAM, MAX, MTV, SHOW, TBS, USA, TNT, CBC, UPN, CTV,
WB, TSN, DSC, GLOB
@The screen scrolls a page at a time if you press and hold
[A, VI.
5 Press [A, V] to select the channel
corresponding to the caption and
then press [+I.
@Channels are not displayed if they do not contain a station
or if captions have been added manually.
@To delete the channel number, press [CANCEL].
l Repeat steps 4 and 5 as necessary.
6 Press [ENTER].
The “Channel” screen reappears.
1 Manual Channel Caption
3 Press [A, V] to select “Manual Chan-
nel Caption” and press [ENTER].
4 Press [A, V] to select the channel
and then press [FJ.
achannels are not displayed if they do not contain a station
or if preset captions have been added.
5 Press [A, V] to select the first char-
acter and then press [,I.
l You can choose from the following characters:
A-Z, O-9, -, 8, !, /, (space)
@To delete the caption, press [CANCEL].
l Repeat step 5 to enter the other characters.
6 Press [4, b] to return to the Channel
Number column when you are
finished.
Repeat steps 4, 5, and 6 as necessary.
7 Press [ENTER].
The “Channel” screen reappears.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
When you are finished
Press [SETUP].

TV/VIDEO
Numbered
buttons
SETUP
CChange the settings if your television is:
l Widescreen (16:9 aspect ratio)
l Progressive
- Read your television’s operating instructions for details.
1 Press [SET1JP] to show the menus.
6, POWERTV
DVD, TV
A, v, CH
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
When you are finished
Press [SETUP].
n Regarding Progressive Television Picture
Progressive image aspect (height to width ratio) is set at a standard
16:9. DVD-Video which has been set at 16:9 will be displayed cor-
VOLUME rectly. However, 4:3 video material will be stretched to the right and
+, -7 left when displayed.
~TO view the picture at the right aspect
- For televisions that allow the aspect of progressive images to
be adjusted, use the function provided on the television and
adjust as necessary.
RETURN
Press [A, V] to select “TV Screen”
and press [
,I .
3 Press [A, v] to select “TV Type” and
press [ENTER].
- For televisions which do not allow the aspect of progressive
images to be adjusted, please set “Progressive” to “OFF” (+
page 38).
STEP 5 Set up to match your television
m
elf the unit is connected to the TV through VIDEO OUT or S-
VIDEO OUT, output will be interlace only (even if you select pro-
gressive output).
l When progressive output is on, closed captions can not be dis-
played.
You can control televisions by entering the remote control code.
Press and hold [a, POWER TV] and enter the
two-digit code with the numbered buttons.
e.g., 01: press [0] + [I].
Code No. and Manufacturer
Panasonic/National QUASAR
MAGNAVOX SYLVANIA
PHILIPS (RC-5)
1 04 ] ZENITH
MITSUBISHI
t 14 1 SAMSUNG I
GOLDSTAR/LG
SAMSUNG
I I
10 SANYO FISHER I l- I
@Test by turning on the television and changing channels. Repeat
the procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.
If your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your tele-
vision does not allow control of your television, this remote control
is not compatible with your television.
w Operation
Point the remote control at the television.
4 Press [A, Yj to select the item and
press [ENTER].
Operation
On and off
I 1
Button
[b, POWER TV]
Video input mode [TV/VIDEO]
(Switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.)
ml
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l If you select a progressive output (480P) item, select Video
in the on-screen menu and set “Transfer” to suit the material
(+page 38).
Channels
Volume
[A, V, CH] or
Numbered buttons
e.g., Channel ‘5”: [O] + [5]
[+ 7 -, VOLUME]

Disc information
DVD-R
4.7 GB19.4 GB, 12 cm (5”) 4.7 GB 12 cm (5”)
2.8 GB, 8 cm (3”) 1.4 GB, 8 cm (3”)
for General Ver. 2.0
*We recommend using Panasonic discs as they have been con-
firmed 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 record-
ing surface may make it impossible to use the disc for recording.
l Discs with programs recorded in PAL already cannot be recorded
on using this unit.
DVD-RAM
l DVD-RAM recorded on this unit may not be compatible with
other DVD players, including some Panasonic players. Con-
sult the manual for the player to determine compatibility with
these DVD-RAM discs.
*This unit is compatible with both non-cartridge and cartridge
DVD-RAM, but the write-protect tabs on cartridge-type discs give
better protection to your recordings.
l Picture aspect ratios, regular 4:3 or widescreen 16:9, are recorded
as they are received.
/ DVD-R I
*In order to play a DVD-R recorded using this unit on another
playback source, the disc must first be finalized @page 34).
*Once a DVD-PI is finalized, it becomes DVD-Video.
*You can record onto the available space on the disc and perform
editing functions, such as giving titles to discs and programs and
erasing programs before finalizing.
l When programming is erased from a DVD-R, that space does not
become available. Once an area on a DVD-R is recorded on, that
area is no longer available for recording, whether the recording is
erased or not.
l It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording man-
agement information after recording finishes.
l This unit optimizes the DVD-R for each recording. Optimizing is
carried out when you start recording after inserting the disc or
turning on the unit. Recording onto the disc may become impossi-
ble if optimizing is carried out too many times.
*Play may be impossible in some cases due the condition of the
recording.
*The video is recorded in a 4:3 aspect irrespective of the video sig-
nal inout.
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Including discs recorded with MP3.
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l The producer of the material can control how DVD-Video ana
Video CDs are played. This means that you may not be able to 2 .-
control play of a disc with some operations described in these E
operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully. 3
*This unit can play CD-R/CD-RW (audio recording disc) recorded
with CD-DA (digital audio), video CD (video CD format 2.0 or
above) or MP3. Finalize ’ the disc after recording.
It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condi-
tion of the recording.
’ A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
*This unit cannot record onto CD-R or CD-RW.
1 DVD-Video I
l Audio format
Dolby Digital (‘page 47)
This unit can play Dolby Digital in stereo (2
channels). Connect an amplifier with a built-
in Dolby Digital decoder to enjoy surround
sound.
DTS Digital Surround (‘page 47)
Connect this unit to equipment that has a
DTS decoder to enjoy DVDs with this mark.
The features you can use with the different types of discs are indi-
cated as follows.
DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-Video Video CD Audio CD MP3 discs
m indicates DVD-R that have not yet been finalized
(+page 34). DVD-R that have been finalized can use the same fea-
tures as DVD-Video. (Refer to features indicated m.)
l DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL
l 12-cm (5”), 2.6- and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM
l DVD-RAM not recorded following the Video Recording Standard
l 3.95 and 4.7-GB DVD-R for Authoring
l Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment
l PAL discs .DVD-ROM . DVD-RW .DVD-Audio
l +RW .CD-ROM .CDV .CD-G
. Photo CD .CVD .SVCD .SACD
l MV-Disc .PD
l Divx Video Disc, etc.
You can protect the contents of your discs in the following ways.
l Cartridge-protect:
With the write-protect tab in the protect posi-
tion, you cannot record to, edit, or erase from
the disc. (Type 1, 2, and 4 cartridge discs)
l Program-protect (‘page 32)
l Disc-protect (+page 34)
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Control reference guide
How to open the remote control
POWER button (&, DVD r) ................. .7,14
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
VCR Plus+ button (VCR Plus+). .................... .24
Television input mode selector (TVNIDEO). ............ 10
Numbered buttons (l-9, 0, 100)
Cancel button (CANCEL). ........................... .8
Skip buttons (H+, .. . SKIP) ...................... .I8
Stop button (m STOP) ............................. .I4
Pause button (II PAUSE). .......................... .I4
Top menu and Direct Navigator button
(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR). ................ 17,21
Cursor buttons (A, v, 4, b)/Enter button (ENTER) ... 7,15
Functions button (FUNCTIONS). .................... .23
Manual channel adding and deleting button
(ADDIDLT). ....................................... .7
Manual programming and check button
(PROG/CHECK). .................................. .25
On-screen display button (STATUS). ................. .39
Disc tray open/close button (A OPEN/CLOSE). ......... 14
Audio button (AUDIO) ............................. .23
Setup button (SETUP). ............................ .48
Program/play list erase button (ERASE) ............ 17,29
Flexible Recording button (F Ret) .................... 15
TV power on/off button (0, B TV). ............. .I0
DVD/TV switch (DVD, TV). .......................... .I0
Recording button (0, REC) ......................... .I4
Recording mode button (REC MODE) ................ .I4
Channel buttons for recorder and TV (A, V, CH) ..... IO,14
TV volume buttons (+, -, VOLUME). .................. 10
Slow/search buttons (44, .. SLOW/SEARCH) ....... .I8
Play/quick view button (, PLAY/x 1.3). ............. 16, 19
Menu and Play list button (MENU, PLAY LIST) ....... 17, 28
Return button (RETURN). ........................... .7
One-minute skip button (CM SKIP). ................... 18
Time slip button (TIME SLIP). ..................... 19, 22
Frame advance and frame reverse buttons
(411, II. FRAME). ................................ 18
Input select button (INPUT SELECT) ................. .I5
On-screen menu button (DISPLAY) .................. .36
Marker button (MARKER) .......................... .20
Position memory button (POSITION MEMORY) ......... 17
Hold both sides of the remote control’s cover to open it. (You can
also open it by pressing on the center of it and sliding it down.)
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Controls such as 0 function the same as the buttons on the remote control.
@ Remote control signal sensor. ....................... .6
@# Disctray ....................................... ..I 4
@ Channel buttons for recorder (v, A, CH) .............. .I4
@ L2 input terminals (L2). ............................ .43
@ Display
@ Time slip indicator (TIME SLIP). ..................... .22
@I Skip/Slow/Search buttons (HI/*, w/m). ..... .18, 19
Center circle (e.g., DVD-RAM)
Rotating (REC):recording
Stopped (REC):recording paused Rotating (REC, PLAY):
Chasing play or simultaneous
ret and play is in progress
\
Rotating (PLAY):playing
Stopped (PLAY):play paused
“PLAY” flashes:
the resume function (+page 16,
To stop play) is working
0 Timer recording display
On: When timer recording is on standby (+page 24)
Flashes: When the unit couldn’t go to timer recording standby
0 Disc type
@ The display mode of the main display section
GRP: Group number
TITLE: Title number
PL: Play list number
CHAP: Chapter number
PG: Program number
TRACK: Track number
0 Recording mode @page 15)
0 DVD indicator
Flashes: When you press [&, DVD POWER] to turn the unit off
until it actually turns off
0 Channel
@ Main display section
Recording and play counter, and other miscellaneous messages

Recording television programs
1
Disc tray
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4 23 5
INPUT SELECT
Press [a, DVD POWER] to turn the
unit on.
Press [A OPEN/CLOSE] to open the
tray and insert a disc (+ next page).
l Press the button again to close the tray.
l It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a
double sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc
and turn it over.
Ensure [DVD, TV] is switched to
“DVD” and press [A, V, CH] to select
the channel.
Press [REC MODE] to select the
recording mode (+ next page).
Press [O, REC] to start recording.
Program information (e.g., time and date) is registered in the
program list (+page 17).
To play DVD-R on compatibfe equipment, finalize it (*page 34).
To stop recording
Press [ml.
To pause recording
Press [I I]. Press again to restart recording.
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 46, Set Up-Off Timer).
For your reference
@You can record up to 99 programs on one disc.
aThis unit is compatible with the Content Protection for Record-
able Media (CPRM +page 50) system so you can record broad-
casts 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 or 2.8 GB DVD-RAM.
l Recording will take place on open space on disc. Data will not be
overwritten.
l You cannot change the channel or recording mode during recording.
l Release protection (cartridge *page 11, disc +page 34) when
you record. m
l When using a DVD-RAM for the first time with this unit, format it to
ensure accurate recording (+ “Format” , page 34).
l There are limitations when recording to DVD-R (+ page 1 I).
l When recording MTS sound onto DVD-R, either the main channel
or the sub channel can be recorded, not both. Select at “Select
MTS” (+ page 47).
’ Should the AC puwver supply cord cume foose by ’
aceSdent or fur any ather reas~r~ the puwer supply is
cut off while recording or edSting is taking place, the
contents of the disc may be lost,

You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc.
Preparation
Non-cartridge disc
Insert label-up+“<=> Insert inside the
n tray’s guides.
Cartridge disc
Insert label-up with the arrow facing in.
l Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to
record/play is facing up.
l When using 8 cm (3”) DVD-RAM, remove the disc from the car-
tridge and insert it, making sure you align it with the groove.
DVD-RAM DVD-R
Single-sided Double-sided (4.7 GB)
(4.7 GB) (9.4 GB)
XP (High quality) 1 2 1
SP (Normal) 2 4 2
LP (Long play) 4 8 4
EP (Extra long play) 6 12 6
FR (Flexible Recording Mode)
The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP
that will enable the recordings to fit in the available recording time on
the disc with the best possible recording quality.
You may use FR Mode in either Flexible Recording (+ right) or in
timer recording (+page 25).
Pictures being recorded are unaffected.
Switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.
@) Press [TV/VIDEO] to change the television’s input mode to
“TV”.
@ Press [A, V, CH] to change channels.
@You can also select the channel with the numbered buttons.
e.g.,
“5”:
PI + PI
“1 5”: [ll + PI
“115”: [loo] + [I] + [5]
Connect a video cassette recorder to this unit’s input terminals
@page 43).
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2
3
4
While stopped
Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the
input channel for the equipment you
have connected.
Select Ll) L2, or L3.
l You can also select the input channel by pressing [A, v , CH].
Press [REC MODE] to select the
recording mode (XP, SP, LP or EP).
Start play on the other equipment.
Press [O, REC] at the point you want
to start recording.
Recording starts.
To skip unwanted parts
Press [I I] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.)
To stop recording
Press [m].
l When recording using Ll, L2 or L3 terminals, only the sound
received at the time of recording will be recorded.
l If flexible recording (+ below) is used instead of steps 2 and 4,
settings can be made so that recording continues to the end of the
video.
Almost all videos and DVD software on sale have been
treated to prevent illegal copying. Any software that has
been so treated cannot be recorded using this unit.
The unit calculates a recording rate that enables the recording to fit
in the time you set (within the remaining time on the disc) and with
the best possible picture quality.
1
2
3
While stopped
Press [F Ret].
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press [A, V] to set the recording time.
Press [A, V, 4, b] to select “Start”
and press [ENTER].
Recording starts.
It may not be possible to record to the finish of the program if the
remaining time doesn’t allow.
For your reference
l Press [STATUS] during recording to show the remaining time.
l Recordina time reduces if vou reDeatedlv Dause recordina.

Playing discs
1
2
3
DVD/TV
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TURN
POSITION RN ’ ’
MEMORY
Press [a9 DVD POWER] to turn the
unit on.
Press [A OPEN/CLOSE] to open the
tray and insert a disc (+ page 15).
l Press the button again to close the tray.
l If cartridge protection is activated (+page II), play begins
automatically when you close the tray. m
@You cannot play continuously from one side of a double-
sided disc to the other. Eject the disc and turn it over.
Press [b] (PLAY).
The unit takes some time to read the disc
before play starts. (When a menu screen
appears on the television + next page)
l If the resume function (+ below, To stop play) is not active,
playback will begin from the most recently recorded pro-
gram. To play from the beginning of a disc, select “PLAY
FROM TOP” in the FUNCTIONS window (*page 23).
To stop play
Press [HI.
l When “PLAY” flashes on the display, resume func-
tion is active. Press [b] (PLAY) to start play from
where you stopped it.
To cancel, press [H] until “PLAY” goes out. (The
position is also cleared when you turn the unit off
or open the disc tray.)
l The screen saver may appear when you
stop play. Press [w] again and you can
use this unit’s tuner to watch television.
To pause play
Press [I I]. (Press again to restart play.)
l If a disc is loaded, the unit will come on and play will start when
you press [b] (PLAY).
l When you play a disc with an audio-only track, the video from the
previous disc may continue to be shown on the television.
@Actual sound levels for DVD-Video are lower compared to televi-
sion broadcast or playback of other discs. To avoid a sudden
increase in volume level when switching from DVD-Video, reduce
the volume setting before playing other sources or switching to
television broadcast.
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 46, Set Up-Off Timer).
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Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD” and
Press the numbered buttons (0, 1-9) to select an item.
e.g., "5": [0] + [5]
,,I 5": [I] + [5]
Press [A, V, 4, .] to select
[ENTER]. an item and press
@You may also be able to use the numb )ered buttons (0, 1-9) to
select an item.
Other buttons used to operate menus
Read the disc’s instructions for further de
[ ,,I ][~F/,H]: Shows the next menu. ails about operation.
[ H1][1r+/r+]: Shows the previous menu.
[RETURN]: Shows the menu screen. E$j
[TOP MENU]: Shows the first menu screen. m
[MENU]: Shows the menu screen. M
l Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [m]
when you have finished viewing to preserve the unit’s motor and
your television screen.
aIf “Q’ appears on the television, the operation is prohibited by
the unit or disc.
l Functions available vary from disc to disc.
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You can start play from a memorized position even after turning the
unit off.
(When the elapsed play time is displayed)
1 During play
Press [POSITION MEMORY].
The message “Position Memorized” appears on the televi-
sion
2 After switching the unit to standby and back on
Press [b] (PLAY).
Play starts from the memorized position. (The position is
cleared.)
A list of programs is created as you record them. You can use this
list to find programs to watch.
1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
The highlighted program plays in the background.
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2 Press [A, v] to select the program $
and press [ENTER]. 9
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@You can also select programs with the numbered buttons.
e.g., “5”: [0]+ [5]
Y5”: [I ] + [5]
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‘5,
2
Q
Play of the images that were playing in the background con-
tinues.
To stop play
Press [ml.
To clear the program list
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
About the program list
Write-protected
Displayed when you have protected
the program.
Copy-protected ----------
Displayed when you have recorded
a program that has copy protection, ’
from CATV broadcasts, for example.
Unable to play
Displayed if you cannot play the pro
Currently recording
Displayed when the program is being
recorded.
@The position is cleared when you open the disc tray.
l Positions remain memorized even after the disc tray is opened.
l You cannot mark positions if the disc is write-protected.
For your reference
If you press [m] before switching the unit to standby after pressing
[POSITION MEMORY] to memorize a position, play will resume
from the position you pressed [m] when you press [b] (PLAY).
Since the program and any play lists @page 28) created
from it are erased irretrievably by this procedure, you
should be certain you wish to erase before carrying it out.
1 Press [ERASE].
A confirmation screen will be displayed.
2 Press [4] to select “Erase” and press
[ENTER].
@On the main unit, press [I++/++] and [ERASE].
l It is not possible to erase the program when you are carrying out
simultaneous ret and play (+page 22). m
@The amount of space remaining on the disc does not increase
even if you erase programs. ITa
l If the confirmation screen disappears before you complete the
operation, start from the beginning again.
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Other methods of play
Numbered
buttons
- ., PLAY/xl .3
- CM SKIP
- TIME SLIP
- 411, II,
During play or while paused
Press [ 1441 or [ FH 1.
l Press [I+/++] or [F~/F~I] on the main unit.
l Each press increases the number of skips.
Twice Play position Once 1 Once Twice
-- ---
Chapter/track Chapter/track Chapter/track
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Play position Marker
Twice Once
Program Program Program ---
11441 P - 1..I1
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While paused
Press [44] or [,,I.
Press and hold [I~+I’++] or [,,/,,I] on the main unit.
IIm
@The speed increases up to 5 steps.
l Press [b] (PLAY) to restart play.
l Backward ([++I [I++‘++]) does not work with Video CDs.
While paused
Press [+I I] or [I IF].
l Each press shows the next frame.
l Press [Fj (PLAY) to restart play.
l Cursor buttons [4, .] are also effective while paused for frame-
by-frame viewing.
l Backward ([41 I]) does not work with Video CDs.
During play or while stopped
Press the numbered buttons to select the
item.
e.g., “5”:[O]+ [5] MP31“5”: PI +Pl WI
“15”: [I ] + [5] “15”: [O] +[I] 351
@This may not work with some discs.
@This works only when stopped with some discs (the screen saver
is on the television).
During play
Press [CM SKIP].
Play restarts from approximately a minute later.
For your reference
Pressing [ 144 ] [I++/++] or [ bbl ] [F~,+H] while the playback
control feature on Video CDs (+page 50) is working may take you
to a menu screen.
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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.
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During play
Press [TIME SLIP].
2 Within 5 seconds
Press [A, V] to enter the time and
then press [ENTER].
e.g., Go back to 5 minutes
Press to alter in one-minute units. Press and hold to alter in
1O-minute units.
During play
Press [+4] or [bb],
l Press and hold [I++/++] or [,,/,H] on the main unit.
@The speed increases up to 5 steps.
l Press [b] (PLAY) to restart play.
@Audio will be heard during search. You can turn this audio off if you
want to (+page 47, Audio- PLAY x 1.3 & Audio during Search).
m (Only with Dolby Digital)
You can increase the speed of play without disrupting the
soundtrack. Output is in stereo during Quick View.
During play
Press and hold [b] (PLAY/ xl .3).
To return to normal speed
Press [b] (PLAY/x I .3).
@Output is in PCM when using a digital connection @page 42, q ).
l This is canceled if you perform operations to change the
soundtrack, skip or pause.
l This does not work if the setting is “Off” in “PLAY x 1.3 8. Audio
During Search” @page 47).
aThis does not work when recording is in XP or FR mode during
simultaneous ret and play (+page 22).

Marking places to play again-MARKER
CANCEL
RETURN
DISPLAY
MARKER
You can mark positions by pressing [MARKER]. Also use on-screen
menus to mark, recall, and clear positions.
Mark up to 999 positions. The unit records the markers directly onto
the disc and they remain intact even if you remove the disc.
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Mark up to 5 positions. The markers clear when you open the disc
tray.
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During play
Press [MARKER].
One marker is added.
Displaying the marker icon
1 During play
Press [DISPLAY].
The on-screen menus appear. (e.g., DVD-RAM)
2 Press [A, V] to select the “Play” and
press [,I.
3 Press [A, V] to select “Marker” and
press [Fj to highlight the first aster-
isk (4).
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Marking positions
Press [ 4, .] to select an asterisk (4) and
press [ENTER].
One marker is added.
When marking positions 11 and above
mm
@ Press [d, b] to highlight “l-
10”.
@ Press [A, V] to select “1 l-20”.
You can select the next group of
10 when the current group is full.
@ Press [b].
The first asterisk is highlighted.
@ Press [ENTER] to mark a position.
Playing from a marked position
Press [4, ,] to select a marker number
and press [ENTER].
Play starts from the marked position.
1 Clearing markers
Press [4, ,] to select a marker number
and press [CANCEL].
An asterisk replaces the number and the position is cleared.
To clear the on-screen menus
Press [RETURN].
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l You cannot use this feature if:
-the disc’s elapsed play time is not shown in the display.
-you are using a play list. m
-protection (cartridge +page 11, disc +page 34) is set
(you can still recall the markers to play a position).
l Subtitles around markers may fail to appear.
l Markers are cleared when you finalize DVD-R @page 34).
@Markers on DVD-RAM and DVD-R are ordered by time, so
marker numbers can change when you add and delete them.