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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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This unit responds to the region number information on
DVD-Video. The unit can only play DVD-Video if the re-
gion number of the disc matches the region number of
this unit. See page 6 for details.
The servicenter list and warranty can be found
on pages 103 and 105.
The warranty can be found on page 104.
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Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carelully.
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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
YOURSELF, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EX-
POSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOIS-
TURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE AP-
PARATUS,
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FUL-
LY INSERT,
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.
,_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.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FOG Note:
This equipment has been tesled 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 accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter-
ference will not occur in a particular installation If this equip-
ment does cause harmfut inlerference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correcl the inter-
ference by one or more of the following measures:
oReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
elncrease the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
eConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
oConsult the dealer or an experienced radioFTV technician
for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, foflow the
altached installation instructions and use onJy 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 au-
thority 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.
DO not disassemble.
DO not service
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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 contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com/store).
(Only for Canada)
To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
[ ] Remote control ................. 1 [] Batteries ....................... 2L_ AC power supply cord ........... 1
,oromo e on o,,
_ Audio/Video cable ............... 1 [__ 75 Q coaxial cable ............... 1
(VJAO788-D) (VJA1013) The included AC power supply cord is for
_ use with this unit only
Do no_ use it with other equipment

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. 10)
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions. 11)
5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 12)
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in ac-
cordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radia-
tors, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 13)
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 14)
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 provid-
ed for your safety. If the provided plug does net fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replace-
ment of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepta-
cles, and the point where they exit from the m
apparatus. BB
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the man-
ufacturer, or sold with the appara-
tus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cartJ'apparatus com-
bination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
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 ob-
jects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not op-
erate normally, or has been dropped.
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL, OR PLACE THIS UNIT, IN A BOOK-
CASE, 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 VEN-
TILATION VENTS
The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER DMR-E20
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to cal_ the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guide-
lines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical
DATE OFPURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
DO NOT PLACE THIS APPARATUS INTO AN AUDIO
RACK, BOOK SHELF OR SIMILAR LOCATION BECAUSE
OF HEAT FROM THIS APPARATUS.
DO NOT BLOCK ANY OF THE VENTILATION OPENINGS.
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTUR-
ER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
Do not place the unit _ _ (_
on amplifiers or equip- __ _-_= -
ment that may becomel= - _-_ICU
hot. I_ __-_
The heat can damage the unit. I_ _i_._ ............ Oo_'_I°
(U.S.A. only)
Product Registration Card
Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the _nternet at:
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Table of contents
Accessories ............................ 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...... 3
Features ............................... 5
Discs .................................. 6
Control reference guide .................. 8
Set up steps ............................ 10
The remote control ...................... 12
Antenna and television connections ........ 14
Plug-in Auto Tuning ..................... 16
Channel settings ........................ 18
Using the remote control to add and delete channels ...... 18
VCR Plus+ guide channel settings .................... 19
Selecting TV screen type ................. 21
Using the direct navigator ................ 56
Selecting programs to play ........................... 56
Erasing programs .................................. 58
Entering and editing program titles .................... 59
Protecting programs ................................ 60
Releasing program protection ........................ 61
Checking program contents .......................... 62
Erasing parts of a program--Shorten Segment .... 63
Using play lists to edit programs ........... 65
Displaying play lists .............................. 65
Creating play lists .............................. 66
Playing play lists ................................. 67
Playing play list scenes ............................. 68
Editing p{ay list scenes .............................. 68
Copying play lists ................................ 72
Erasing a play list .................................. 72
Titling play tists ................................... 73
Checking play list contents ........................... 74
Playing discs ........................... 22
Starting play from where you stopped it
(Resume Function) ............................... 23
Fast forward and rewind--SEARCH ................... 24
Slow-motion play ................................... 24
Frame-by-frame viewing ............................. 24
Skipping ......................................... 25
Starting play from a selected program, tit_e,chapter, or
track ........................................... 25
Recording television programs ............ 26
One Touch Recording--Specify a time to stop
recording ....................................... 27
Expanding your home theater system ....... 75
Connecting a cable TV box .......................... 76
Connecting a home satellite system (Dishnetwork/DSS) ... 77
Connecting to a digital amplifier or system component ..... 78
Connecting an analog amplifier or system component ..... 78
Connecting a video cassette recorder .................. 79
When you can't directly connect the antenna you
disconnected from your television to the unit ........... 80
When you can't directly connect the included 75 D coaxial
cable to the te}evision ............................. 80
Operating other Panasonic DVD equipment with the remote
control ................................. 81
Playing while you are recording ............ 28
Playing from the beginning of the program you are
recording--Chasing play .......................... 28
Simultaneous rec and play ........................... 28
Reviewing the recorded images while recording
(Time Slip) ...................................... 29
Using the top window .................... 30
Convenient features ..................... 32
Skipping a minute forward--CM skip ................... 32
Selecting an amount of time to skip--Time Slip .......... 32
Repeat play ....................................... 33
A-B repeat play .............................. 33
Changing audio ............................... 34
Marking places to play again--MARKER .............. 36
Program play ..................................... 38
Random play ................................ 39
Enjoying virtual surround sound effects (V.S.S.) .......... 39
Using on-screen menu icons .............. 40
Timer recording ......................... 43
Using VCR Plus+ codes to make timer recording ...... 43
Manuafly programming the unit to make timer recording .... 46
To delete a timer recording program .................. 47
To check programs ........................ 48
Releasing the unit from timer standby ............... 48
Recording from avideo cassette recorder ... 49
Disc setting ............................ 50
Enter Title .................................... 50
Entering characters lor titles ................ 51
Disc Protection ................ 52
Releasing disc protection ............................ 53
Format ............................... 54
Finalize--Creating DVD Video .............. 55
Changing the unit's settings .............. 82
Summary of settings .............................. 82
Common procedures .............................. 85
Entering a password ................................ 86
Digital output ...................................... 86
Clock Settings ..................................... 87
Channel Settings ................................... 90
On-screen displays ...................... 94
Specifications .......................... 95
Glossary ............................... 96
Maintenance ............................ 97
Disc handling ........................... 98
Self-diagnosis .......................... 98
Error messages ......................... 99
Troubleshooting guide ................... 100
Product Service ......................... 102
Limited Warranty (For U.S.A.) .............. 103
Limited Warranty (For CANADA) ........... 104
Servicenter List (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ........ 105
Guia de referencia rapida en espahol ....... 106
(Spanish Quick Reference)
Index ............................ Back cover
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Features
This unit allows recording of high quafity video on
DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media with
fast random access. This media also outdoes past tape
formats in ease of operation.
• Watch a program while you are record-
ing it
Chasing play
You can watch a program from the start while you are still recording
it (-Dpage 28).
Simultaneous rec and play
You can record a program while watching one you recorded previ-
ously (= page 28).
Time Slip
You can jump back 30 seconds to review a piece of action you
mLssed while recording by pressing the Time Slip button (can be set
between 1 minute and 360 minutes: _ page 29).
•Maximum 12 hours on DVD-RAM
eUsing a double-sided, 9.4 GB DVD-RAM allows you to record a
maximum of 12 hours.
oWhen using a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM or a DVD-R, you can get 1 hour
recording using the XP high picture quality mode, 2 hours with the
regular SP mode, 4 hours with the long LP mode, and 6 hours with
the extra long EP mode.
oThere is also the FR (flexible recording) mode you can use wilh
timer recording to fit recordings efficiently onto the available space
on the disc.
•The Top Window shows you most of the
features you can use (,,. page 30)
The top 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.
•Make your own DVD-Video
oThis unit records to DVD-R following the DVO-Video specifications
so you can make your own DVD-Video (-- page 7).
eThe encoder system used for recording is called "Hybrid VBR"
which allows high quality recordings.
•Exceptional picture and sound quality
when recording
eAudio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high quality
sound recordings.
eAs well as being able to play DVD-Video movie software, this unit
can also play other types of discs including audio COs and video
CDs. This means your recorder will be the center of your home
entertainment, from high-end home theater through to CD play.
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Getting the most from the versatility of
DVD-RAM and DVD-R
•Fast access to the program you want to
watch (=_ page 56)
Use the direct navigator to find a program you have recorded and
start play
• Edit scenes freely (-_ page 65) .AM
Use play lists to select your favorite scenes and rearrange them to
play in any order you like Pick out scenes from a music or sports
show and create a collection ot your favorite scenes, or take the
images you have shot with a video camera and edit them into a
movie of your own creatron
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Symbols used in these operating /
instructions
• Top window
is used to indicate operations you can access from
the top window, such as the direct navigator and
play list screen.
• Troubleshooting
is used to indicate ways to fix potential problems.
• Discs you can use
The features you can use with the different types of discs are
indicated as follows.
DVD-RAM DVDoR DVD-Video Audio Video
CDs CDs
For your reference
o_-R_ indicates DVD-R that have not yet been finalized
(_, pages 55 and 96) and can still be recorded on.
eDVD-R that have been finalized can use the same features
as DVD-V_deo. (Refer to lea ures ind cated rDvo-v_.)
[Operation 1
These operating instructions describe operations mainly us-
ing the remote control. If the name of the button is the same,
the operation described can also be performed with the main
unit.
Displays ]
The displays shown in these instructions are examples only.
Actual displays depend on the disc and the operations you
are performing.
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system
is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
Pats 5,307,173; 5,335,079: 4,908,713: 4,751,578; and
4,706,121
Manutactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories
L DTS", "DTS Digital Surround" and *'DTS Digital Out" are reg-
istered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems lnc
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Discs
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DVD-RAM
[4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5")]
{28 GB, 8 cm (3")]
DVD-R (m page 7)
{4.7 GB for General Ver. 2,0]
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 end offers no compensation for any sub-
sequent damage caused by such loss.
Examples of causes of such losses are
1. A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a
DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by an-
other company.
2. A disc used as described in 1 and then played again in
this unit.
3. A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or com-
puter disc drive manufactured by another company is
played in this unit.
This unit cannot record onto CD-R, CD-RW or authodng
DVD-R.
•Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints,
dirt, dust, and scratches on the recording surface may make it im-
possible to use the disc for recording.
elf you use DVD-RAM with cartridges, you can protect your record-
ings with the write-protect tab (-" page 99). With the tab in the pro-
tect position, you cannot record to the disc, delete programs with
the direct navigator, edit with the play list screen, or format the
disc.
oThis unit is compatible with both non-cartridge and cartridge
DVD-RAM, but cartridge-type discs give better protection to your
valuable recordings.
For your reference
oDVD-RAM recorded on this unit cannot be played on
incompatible players (including players manufactured by
Panasonic),
oUsing a Panasonic DVD-RAM, you can record broadcasts that
allow you to make one copy, such as some CATV broadcasts.
oSee page 7 for more details about DVD-R.
Logos for discs you can play
DVD-Video
VIDEO
Video CD
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Audio CD
DIGITAL AUDIO
Region Management Information
(DVD-Video only)
This unit responds to the Region Management fn-
formation recorded on DVD-Video This unit's re-
gion number is "1" You cannot play the disc if the
region number on the DVD-Video does not corre-
spond to the region number on the unit
You can play discs with labels containing the re-
gion number "1" and "ALL" Read the disc's instruc-
tions carefully.
Playing CD-R and CD-RW
This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio) and Video CD format
audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized upon com-
pletion of recording.
It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the
condition of the recording.
The producer of the material can control how DVD-Video and Video
CDs are played This means that you may not be able to control play
of a disc with some operations described in these operating instruc-
tions. Read the disc's instructions carefully.
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eDVD-Video with a region number other than "1" or "All"
oSome DVD-R (-. page 7)
eDVD-RAM (2.6 GB/5.2 GB) eDVD ROM
eCD-ROM oCDV eCD-G
eSACD eMV-Disc oPD
•PAL discs
oDVD-RW
oPhoto CD
oDivx Video Disc, etc
eDVD-AudJo e÷ RW
eCVD eSVCD
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You can play DVD-R by finalizing (,- pages 55 and 96) them on this unit, effectively making them into DVD-Video.
• Before finalizing...
You can record onto the available space on the disc and perform editing functions, such as gtvmg titles to discs and programs and erasing
programs.
•You cannot record to or edit DVD-R with this unit if it was recorded with another unit, whether it is finalized or not.
•You cannot record over parts that have been recorded.
•Erasing programs will not increase the disc's available time
•After finalizing...
The video and audio is recorded according to the DVD-Video specifications, and your very own DVD-Video is created.
•The titles you entered with this unit appear as menus.
•Programs longer than 5 minutes are divided into about five-minute chapters.
oThese DVD-R can no longer be recorded on or edited.
•These DVD-R can be played on other DVD players, but this is not guaranteed.
Play may not be possible due to the player you are using, the DVD-R, or the condition of the recording. Use this unit to play the disc if the player
is unable.
Visit Panasonic's homepage for more information about DVDs.
htto://www.oanasonic.com/olavDVD- R
•Recording to DVD-R
elt takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording management information after recording finishes.
•To record on DVD-R, this unit optimizes the disc for each recording. Optimizing is carried out when you start recording after inserting the disc or
turning the unit on. Recording may become impossible after the disc is optimized more than 50 times.
=,The first 30 seconds of a program may not be recorded if you make successive timer recordings,
•The video is recorded in a 4:3 aspect irrespective of the video signal input.
•You cannot change audio type if a DVD-R is in the unit. Select the audio type (Main or SAP) before recording by going to "MTS Selection for
DVD-R Disc" in the Audio ACTION menu (-,, page 83).
•Some broadcasts carry signals that allow you to make one copy, but you cannot record these broadcasts with DVD-R. Use DVD-RAM to record
these kinds of broadcast.
•Play may be impossible in some cases due the condition of the recording.
oWe recommend using DVD-R manufactured by Panasonic as they have been tested to be compatible with this unit (-- see below)
Discs manufactured by other companies may not be used to full capacity.
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DIGITAL This unit can play Dolby Digital in stereo
(2 channels). Connect an amplifier with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder to enjoy surround sound.
DICITAL
:DTS Digital Surround (-- pages 75 and 96)
Connect this unit to equ0pment that has a DTS
decoder to enjoy DVDs with this mark.
Recommended DVD-RAM and DVD-R
=DVD-RAM
9.4-GB, double-sided, type 4 cartridge: LM-AD240U
4.7-GB, single-sided, type 2 cartridge: LM-AB120U
4.7-GB, single-sided, non-cartridge: LM-AF120U
(set of 3,
LM-AF120U3)
eDVD-R
4.7-GB, single-sided, non*cartridge: LM-RF12OU
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Control reference guide
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Buttons such as O function the same
as the controls on the unit.
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_ POWER button (V/I, POWER) ....................... 16
Press to switch the unit from ON to STANDBY mode or vice versa,
In standby mode, the unit isstill consuming a small amount of power.
@Recording mode button (REC MODE) ................ 26
Channel buttons (v, ^, CH) ......................... 26
@Recording button (O, r_'-z_l) ......................... 26
Display .......................................... 9
Disc tray open/close button (__, OPEN/CLOSE) ........ 22
,_ Stop button (11) ................................... 22
Pause button (11) ................................. 22
Play button (1_) ................................... 22
Time slip button and roller (TIME SLIP) ............... 29
@L2 input terminals (L2) ............................. 79
@Disc tray ......................................... 22
Top window button (TOP WINDOW) .................. 30
Cursor buttons (&, Y, 4, b.) ....................... 19
Enter button (ENTER) .............................. 16
4¢ Return button (RETURN) ........................... 16
@Slow/search buttons (,<14, Ibb,) ..................... 24
_Skip buttons (P4<I, I_1_) ........................... 25
•Opening the front panel
Open the front panel to access other controls and input ter-
minals.
Page
TV channel buttons (_1, ^, v, CH) .................. 13
TV power on/off button (k"_l, POWER _) .............. 13
(_ Television input mode selector (_1, TV/AV) ........... 13
Top menu and Direct Navigator button
(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR) ............... 23, 56
Joystick (A V, 4, Ib)/Enter button (ENTER) .......... 16
Manual programming and check button
(PROG/CHECK) ................................... 46
VCR Plus+ button (VCR Plus+) ..................... 43
Time slip button (TIME SLIP) ........................ 29
One-minute skip button (CM SKIP) ................... 32
Manual channel adding and deleting button
(ADD/DLT) ....................................... 18
DVD/TV switch (DVD, IV) ........................... 13
eWhen selecting numbered items on this unit, be sure
to switch [DVD, TV] to "DVD".
oWhen selecting channels on the television, be sure to
switch [DVD, TV] to "TV".
Virtual Surround Sound button (V.S.S.) ............... 39
TV volume buttons (_i_, +, -, VOL) ................. 13
@ Display button (DISPLAY) .......................... 40
@Menu and Play List button (MENU, PLAY LIST) ..... 23, 65
On-screen display button (STATUS) .................. 94
@Frame advance and frame reverse buttons
(411, lib-, FRAME) .................................
Numbered buttons (1-o, 100) ....................... 23
oWhen selecting a title, chapter, track, program, or play list
Example: "5": [0] m [5]
"t5": [t] -- [5]
oWhen selecting a page of play list scene
Example: "5": [01 " [0] -- [5]
"15": [0] " [1] m[5]
oWhen selecting a television channel
Example: "5": {0] m [5]
"!5": [1] m[5]
"115": [100] " [1] -' [5]
Cancel button (CANCEL) ........................... 37
@ Last marker button (LAST MARKER) ................. 23
Audio button (AUDIO) .............................. 34
Marker write button (MARKER WRITE) ............... 36
_41_Action button (ACTION) ......................... 19, 85
_Z_Input select button (INPUT SELECT) ................. 49

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Center circle (e.g.: DVD-RAM)
Rotating (REC): recording
Stopped (REC): recording paused Rotating (REC, PLAY): Chasing play or
simultaneous rec and
play is in progress
Rotating (PLAY): playing
Stopped (PLAY): play paused
"PLAY" flashes: the resume
function is
working
0Disc type
DVD-RAM: DVD-RAM
DVD-R: DVD-R
DVD VIDEO: DVD-Video
VIDEO CD: Video CD
CD: Audio CD
Play mode
PGM: program pIay
RND: random play
A-B _D: A-B repeat play
_D: repeat play
PGM _: program repeat play
Multi-angle (,- page 41)
OAudio signal type
MLT.CH: a signal with 3 or more channels
DVD indicator
Flashes: when you press [_)/I. POWER] to turn the unit off until
it actually turns off
Q Timer recording display
On: when timer recording ison standby (-, page 44. 47)
Flashes: when the unit couldn't go to timer recording standby
(e.g. a disc isn't loaded or a disc that can't be record-
ed to is loaded -- page 48)
Recording mode (-- pages 26.44)
XP: High-quality mode
SP: Normal mode
LP: Long play mode
EP: Extra long play mode
XP SP LP EP (all on): FR (flexible recording) mode (only with
timer recording)
(_) Timer indicator
ON: the timer recording start time
OFF: the timer recording end time or One Touch Recording
end time
QThe display mode of the main display section
TITLE: title number is displayed
TRACK: track number is displayed
CHAP: chapter number is displayed
PC: program number is displayed
PL: play list number is displayed
_) Volume level meter
(_ Channel
(_ Main display section
Recording and play counter
Timer recording on and off times
Remaining disc time
Current time
Title, track, chapter, program and play list numbers, and other
miscellaneous messages
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Set up steps
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Prepare the remote control
•Insert the batteries ........................... 12
•Change the remote control code for television
operation ................................... 13
Antenna and television
connections
mBasic connection ....... 14
•When you need to rework
your antenna cable ...... ...
Tune into television stations
•Plug-in Auto Tuning .......................... 16
•VCR Plus+ guide channel settings .............. 19
•Change the settings to suit your television ........ 21
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• Playing discs (-J page 22)
• Using the direct navigator (.o page 56) •Recording television programs (-, page 26)
•Chasing play (.J page 28)
•Simultaneous rec and play
(.o page 28)
•Reviewing the recorded images while
recording (Time Slip) (-_ page 29)
•Using play lists to edit programs
(-* page 65)
•DVD-R (.o page 7)
•Recording television programs
(-_ page 26)
•Playing discs (m page 22)
•Using the direct navigator (m page 56)
•Using VCR Plus+ codes (-, page 43)
•Manual programming (.o page 46)
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•Recording from a video cassette
recorder (-* page 49)
•Connecting a video cassette recorder
(-_ page 79)
Wate.lE lcasts
•Connecting a cable TVbox
(=page 76)
Chantings
•Using on-screen menu icons •Using on-screen menu icons
(-_ page 40) (-- page 40)
•Changing the unit's settings
(-- page 82)
njoyl lCtures
•Connecting to a TV with S-video or
component video input terminals
(-_ page 15)
•Selecting TV screen type
(,.Ppage 21 )
En und
•Enjoying virtual surround sound ef-
fects (V.S.S.) (-* page 39)
•Connecting an amplifier or system
component with built-in decoder
(m page 78)
•Digital output (-_ page 86)
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Push in and down on the (-) end.
Remote control signal sensor
7 m (23 feet) directly
in front of the unit
Switch [DVD, TV] to "DVD".
• Insert so the poles (+ and -) match those in the remote control.
eDo not use rechargeable type baftedes.
Do not:
emix old and new batteries.
ouse different types at the same time.
oheat or expose to flame.
otake apart or short circuit.
eaffempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
euse 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.
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any
part of your body.
Remove if the remote control isnot going to be used for a long ped-
od of time. Store in a cool, clark place.
Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even
when held close to the front panel.
After changing the batteries, the codes you entered (television
=_ page 13 and remote control mpage 81) are cleared, Reenter the
cedes as necessary.
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of
7m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.
eKeep the transmission window and the unit's sensor free from
dust.
oOperation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
Do not:
eput heavy objects on the remote control.
etake the remote control apart.
espill liquids onto the remote control.
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You can control televisions by entering the remote control code.
Preparation
eTurn on the television• I
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oSwitch [DVD, TV] to "TV".
1Refer to the chart below for the code
2
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for your television. _:
Press and hold [r_l, POWER (_] and
enter the two-digit code with the num-
bered buttons.
•For example: 01, press [01,,o[1]. f,_
QPoint the remote control at the television.
eAfter entering the code, test the remote control by turning
on the television and changing channels•
elf there is more than one code, repeat the procedure until you find
the code that allows correct operation.
elf your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your
television does not allow control of your television, this remote
control is not compatible with your television.
oThis remote control works with most recently manufactured televi-
sions, but may not be able to control all the functions on older mod-
els. Use the remote control supplied with your television if this is
the case.
Code No. Manufacturer
01 Panasonic/National QUASAR
02 Panasonic/National QUASAR
03 MAGNAVOX SYLVANIA PHILIPS (RC-5)
04 ZENITH
05 THOMSON RCA GE
06 SHARP
07 SHARP
08 SONY
09 TOSHIBA
10 SANYO FISHER
11 JVC
12 HITACHI
13 MITSUBISHI
14 SAMSUNG
15 GOLDSTAR/LG
16 GOLDSTAR/LG
17 GOLDSTAR/LG
18 SAMSUNG
• Operation []
Operation Button
On and off [r_i, POWER _]
Video input mode [1_, TV/AV]
Channels [i_, A, V, CH]
Numbered buttons (=_page 8)
Volume [_i_, +, -, VOL]
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Preparation
=,Refer to the television's operating instructions.
eTum the television off and disconnect its AC power supply cord.
Audio/Video sable (inctuded)
Yellow (VIDEO)_ ,,
White('l
Red (R) _
This unit
Television
Audio/Video cable (included)
VIDEO
IN IN
0@ @ RF IN
75 Qcoaxial --
cable (included) \
To the antenna
Cable TV
Outdoor antenna
Indoor antenna
or
J
Antenna cable
disconnected from the
television
elf the antenna cable you
disconnected from your
television is not a coaxial
cable with a plug, you will
need to obtain a plug and
rework the cable
(,,o page 80).
Cooling fan
ITo household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
AC power supply cord
(included)
Conserving power
This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned
off (approx, 5 W ). To save power when the unit is not to be used for
a long time, unplug it from the household AG outlet.
• When you have finished connecting the unit
Change the unit's settings to suit your television's aspect ratio
(-, "Selecting TV screen type", page 21). You do not have to change
this setting if you have a television with a regular 4:3 aspect.
•Upgrading your system
TOenjoy CATV broadcasts
See "Expanding your home theater system" on page 75.
(A contract with a cable TV company is required in most cases to
view these broadcasts.)
To enjoy sound through other audio equipment
You can output digital signals from this unit's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
terminal, enabling you to enjoy the powerful surround effects found
on discs recorded with Dolby Digital or DTS. Connect an amplifier
with built-in decoders. See page 78 for connection examples.
in
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S-video cable
(not included) Video cable
(not included)
Connect the audio cables as well (-, pages 14 and 78).
II
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S VIDEO OUT terminal
The S-videoterminalachievesa morevividpicturethanthe VIDEO
OUT terminalbyseparatingthechrominance(C) and luminance(Y)
signals.(Actualresultsdependonthe television.)
For your reference
You do not have to connect anything to the VIDEO OUT terminal if
you have connected the unit to your television with the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT or SVIDEO OUT terminals.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
These terminals can provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT
terminal.
Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference sig-
nals (PB/PR)and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve
high fidelity in reproducing colors.
eThe description of the component video input terminals depends
on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/PB!Pn, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/Cs/CR).
Connect to terminals of the same color.
oAffer making this connection, change the black level for a better
picture (=. page 82, ACTION--Video--Black Lever Control).
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AutoClockSettingis incomplete.
REIORN
After you purchase the unit, plug it into your household AC outlet,
and turn it on for the first time, the unit automatically tunes in all the
channels it can receive and sets the clock.
Preparation
eConfirm that the antenna is connected correctly.
=,Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit
the connections to this unit.
1Press [_, POWER] to turn the unit on.
ConnectantennacableandIfyouusea
cablebox,tune itto yonrlocalPBSCH
then...
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Press [ENTER].
Plug-in Auto Tuning starts and the unit puts the stations itcan
receive into channels.
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The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting unless the
clock has already been set.
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thismaytakeseyoramnaths
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The time is displayed when finished.
3Press [ENTER].
• If the channels couldn't be tuned []
The illustrated screen appears. Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto
Tuning again. Press [RETURN] to cancel.
If the channels still aren't tuned, use [ADD/DLT] on the remote con-
trol to tune channels (,- page 18).
•If the clock couldn't be set automatically []
The illustrated screen appears. Press[ENTER] to show the "Manual
Clock Setting"screen Set the time manually (=, page88).
•To stop Plug-in Auto Tuning
Press [RETURN].
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ENTER
Plug-In Auto Tuning
oPlug-in Auto Tuning does not work if you turn the unit on by press-
ing [_., OPEN/CLOSE] or [1_, PLAY].
oAfter the unit sets the clock automatically, it then adjusts the clock
everyday.
elf the unit sets the time incorrectly, use _ime Zone Adjust" to cor-
rect it (m page 89). i
oYou can give the stations captions (-- page 92). i
=If you connect the unit through a cable TV box or DSS receiver
(m page 76), tune to your local PBS station before starting auto 1_
clock setting. Use manual clock setting (m page 88) if this does not _,_
work. _'._
elf there is no local PBS channel in your area then Auto Clock Set-
ling may not work correctly. In this case the time must be set man-
ua_ly (=_page 88). _:_
• Channel plan
The unit automatically determines the type of transmission (airwave
or cable] and puts them into channels as follows.
e'rv Mode
Band Stations received by
airwaves
VHF 2-13
UHF 14-69
eCATV Mode
Band Stations received by cable
VHF 2-13
CATV LOW BAND 95-99
CATV MID/SUPER BANDS 14-36
CATV HYPER BAND 37-65
ULTRA BAND 66-94
100-125
SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1
•To start Plug-in Auto Tuning again (after moving
house, for example)
Main unit only
While the unit is on and stopped
I. Press and hold Iv, CH] and [^, CH] for about five seconds.
oThe unit turns off.
2. Press [(_/I, POWER] to turn the unit on.
The screen shown in step 1 on page 16 appears. Press [ENTER] to
start Plug-in Auto Tuning.
eAntenna system, channel caption, and VCR Plus+ guide channel
settings all revert to the default values when you pedorm the
above procedure. Timer recording settings are also cleared.
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DVD, TV
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Remote control only
Use this function if:
eChannels were not set correctly using automatic tuning.
oA channel that should have been set wasn't.
,DAchannel's reception is poor and you want to delete it.
Preparation
Switch [DVD, TV] to "DVD".
1Press the numbered buttons to select
achannel.
Example: "5": [0] m [5]
"15": [H " [5]
"115": [100] -* [1] -- [5]
oYou can also use I1_, ^, v CH] when you are going to
delete a channel.
2Press [ADD/DLT].
The channel is deleted if it was set or added if it was not set.
For example
Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary.
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2This function does not work if:
eA disc is playing.
oYou are recording.
olnput is from an external unit.
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Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plus+ codes for tim-
er recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart showing
the channels, the station's name, arid the guide channel.
For example:
Channel number
04
15
2O
Wdte down all the stations
you can receive
Station name
CBS
HBO
Nickelodeon
J
Guide channel
04
33
38
t
Look up the guide channels for
the stations in a television guide
1Press [ACTION].
The ACTION screen appears.
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1ACTION
2Use the joystick [<1, I_] to select the
Set Up tab.
23Use the joystick [A, Y] to select
_ "Channel Settings" and press
[ENTER].
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4Use the joystick [A, Y] to select "VCR
Plus+ CH Setting" and press
[ENTER].
For example, when the current antenna system is CATV.
When you press [ENTER]
4
ACTION
t
5_) Use the joystick [A, Y] to select
the guide channel you want to set
and use the joystick [1_].
5
4
eThe screen scrolls a page at a time if you hold the joy-
stick up or down.
QUse the joystick [A, T] to select
the channel corresponding to the
guide channel and use the joystick
[<1.
@t1"
1!,
6
Repeat steps Q and Q as necessary.
6Press [ENTER].
The screen shown in step 4 reappears.
m
You do not need to change the settings if the channel and guide
channel numbers are the same.
•To end the setting
Press[ACTION].
•If you make a mistake
While the TV channel or CATV channel is highlighted, press
..... [CANCEL]. "*--" is displayed. Repeat step 5_2_.