Panasonic DMR-EH56 - Manuals

5 RQT8415 (continued) § 1 The amount of the recordable disc space doesn’t increase even if the programme is deleted when you use one time recording disc. § 2 [RAM] Can be played on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. If you play a DVD-R DL, +R DL or +RW, use compatible equipm...

6 RQT8415 HDD, disc and card information . § 1 Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording. § 2 Conforming to IEC62107. ≥ The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as desc...

7 RQT8415 ≥ Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16 ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with the following capacities (from 8 MB to 2 GB). ≥ Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity. ≥ Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site ...

8 RQT8415 Important notes for recording ≥ It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD drive simultaneously. When recording a bilingual programme [HDD] [RAM] Both main and secondary audio can be recorded. You can change the audio during playback. ( ➡ 36, Changing audio during p...

10 RQT8415 Disc and card handling ∫ How to hold a disc or card Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. ∫ Concerning non-cartridge discs Be careful about scratches and dirt. ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. ∫ Handling precauti...

11 RQT8415 Included accessories ∫ Batteries ≥ Insert so the poles ( i and j ) match those in the remote control. ≥ When closing the lid, insert it from the j (minus) side. ≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries. ≥ Do not mix old and new batteries. ≥ Do not use different types at the same time. ≥ D...

12 RQT8415 Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on ( ➡ 18) 2 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) ( ➡ 24, 34, 40) 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 Cancel 5 Basic operations for recording and play 6 Sho...

13 RQT8415 1 Standby/on switch ( Í /I) ( ➡ 18) 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. 2 Disc tray ( ➡ 24, 34) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder ( ➡ 58) 4 SD card slot ( ➡ below) 5 Display ( ➡ b...

14 RQT8415 STEP 1 Connection ≥ Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥ Select the connection pattern that matches your environment from pattern A–D. Confirm connections not listed below with your dealer. Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF co...

15 RQT8415 C Connecting a television and digital/satellite receiver or decoder D Connecting a television and VCR, digital/satellite receiver or decoder [Required]setting] “AV2 Input” and “AV2 Connection” settings in the Setup menu ( ➡ 68) Connect the unit directly to the television ( ➡ 14, [B] ) AC ...

16 RQT8415 STEP 1 Connection The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) COMPONENT VIDEO terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output ( ➡ 81) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT termin...

17 RQT8415 ∫ Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal ≥ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders. [Required]setting] “Digital Audio Output” in the Setup menu ( ➡ 67) ≥ Before purchasing an optical digital audio cable...

18 RQT8415 STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings 1 Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [ Í DVD] to turn the unit on. When connecting to a television that has the Q Link functions ( ➡ 59), downloading from the tel...

19 RQT8415 GUIDE Plus+ system settings 1 Press [GUIDE]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] or the numbered buttons to enter the Postal Code of your location and press [ENTER]. It may take up to 2 hours to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system. ≥ If you want to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select “Yes” an...

20 RQT8415 GUIDE Plus+ system settings Refer to the control reference on page 18. The GUIDE Plus+ data is transmitted from the Host Channel (the television station transmitting the television programme list) several times a day. Data will be transmitted at 2:50 AM every day.It takes approximately 2 ...

21 RQT8415 You can change the basic settings for your GUIDE Plus+ list. 1 Press [GUIDE]. 2 Press [SUB MENU]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select an item and press [ENTER]. [Note] ≥ Existing information can be lost by changing the Postal Code or Host Cha...

22 RQT8415 Set up to match your television and remote control You can enjoy progressive video by connecting this unit’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals to an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan ( ➡ 81). 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select ...

24 RQT8415 Recording television programmes See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 8). ≥ [RAM] 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. ≥ [+RW] You can create Top Menu using “Create Top Menu” (...

25 RQT8415 Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.(The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) § 1 It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. § 2 When “Recording time in EP mode” ...

26 RQT8415 Recording television programmes [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] During recording Press [ ¥ REC] on the main unit to select the recording time. ≥ You can specify up to 4 hours later. ≥ The unit display changes as shown below. ≥ This does not work during timer recordings ( ➡ 28) or whi...

27 RQT8415 [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. ∫ Using “Flexible Rec” is convenient in these kinds of situations. [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ When the am...

28 RQT8415 Timer recording See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 8). [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) Preparation ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate...

29 RQT8415 Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view. The Programme Type function lets you display a GUIDE Plus+ list sorted by main category (e.g. Movies, Sport). Each main category will contain individual sub categories. The GUIDE Plus+ list for the selected main category on...

30 RQT8415 Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 28. Entering S HOW V IEW numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers or magazines. 1 Press [ShowView]. 2 Press the numbered buttons to enter the S HOW V IEW number. Press [ 2 ] to...

31 RQT8415 1 While the unit is on Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive and press [ ∫ ]. 2 Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select “Stop Recording” and press [ENTER]. If you stop a timer recording, it will be cancelled. However, if you have set a weekly or daily timer recording, the recording will st...

32 RQT8415 Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 28. When the recording drive is “ DVD ” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “ HDD ”. If there is no disc in the tray or the disc cannot be recorded on or when timer recording starts while c...

33 RQT8415 Recording broadcasts from an external equipment [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television with a Q Link function ( ➡ 59) that you can use for setting timer recordings using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable ( ➡ 14). 1 Make ...

34 RQT8415 Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Preparation ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥ Turn on this unit. 1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the u...

35 RQT8415 ∫ When a menu screen appears on the television [DVD-V] [DVD-A] Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the item and press [ENTER]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. [VCD] Press the numbered buttons to select the item. ≥ To return to the menu screen [DVD-V] Press [DIREC...

36 RQT8415 Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 34. (continued) Press [AUDIO]. [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] and DivX LR > L > R ^---------------} [DVD-V] [DVD-A] You can change the audio channel number each time you press the button. Thi...

38 RQT8415 Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) [-R] [CD] You can play DVD-R and CD-R/CD-RW discs which contain MP3 files, DivX video contents or still pictures that have been recorded on a computer. The screen shown below is displayed when you insert a disc containing DivX v...

39 RQT8415 DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit.Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. For mo...

40 RQT8415 Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Refer to the control reference on page 38. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [CD] [SD] ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ You can playback still pictures recorded onto a DVD-R or CD-R/ CD-RW on a PC. ≥ You ...

41 RQT8415 ∫ To select the still pictures in another folder ( ➡ 7, Structure of folders displayed by this unit) [RAM] [SD] To switch to another higher folder (Only if there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable) 1 While the Album View screen is displayed Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 ,...

42 RQT8415 Using on-screen menus/Status message 1 Press [DISPLAY]. ≥ Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc contents, there are some items that you cannot select or change. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item an...

43 RQT8415 This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed.Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ. § Only when you have set “Progressive” to “On” in the Setup menu ( ➡ 22). Press [STATUS]. The display changes each time you ...

44 RQT8415 Editing titles/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] (You cannot edit finalized discs.) ≥ The maximum number of items on a disc: [HDD] –Titles: 500 –Chapters: Approx. 1000 per title (Depends on the state of recording.) [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R...

45 RQT8415 After performing steps 1–5 ( ➡ 44) § Multiple editing is possible. After performing steps 1–7 ( ➡ 44) § Multiple editing is possible. Title operations Delete § [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. ≥ Once deleted, the re...

46 RQT8415 Creating, editing and playing playlists [HDD] [RAM] ≥ The maximum number of items on a disc: –Playlists: 99 –Chapters in playlists: Approx. 1000 (Depends on the state of recording.) ≥ If you exceed the maximum numbers of items for a disc, all the items entered will not be recorded. [HDD] ...

47 RQT8415 [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Playlists” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the playlist. To start play ➡ Press [ENTER]. To edit ➡ Step 5. ≥ T...

48 RQT8415 Editing still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ You can edit pictures and albums. ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ You cannot edit still pictures recorded on DVD-R and CD-R/CD- RW. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. ≥ ...

49 RQT8415 After performing steps 1–4, page 48 § Multiple editing is possible. [Note] ≥ Timer recordings do not start when performing “Add Pictures”, “Create Album”, “Copy to DVD-RAM” or “Copy to HDD”. ≥ You cannot perform “Add Pictures” or “Create Album” to a higher folder. Album and picture operat...

50 RQT8415 Delete Navigator [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] (You cannot delete items on finalized discs.) ≥ A title or a picture cannot be restored once it is deleted. Make certain before proceeding. ≥ You cannot delete while recording or copying. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE...

51 RQT8415 Copying titles or playlists § 1 To high speed copy titles (or playlists created from those titles), set “Rec for High Speed Copy” to “On” before recording to the HDD ( ➡ 26). However in the following cases, copying to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW using the...

52 RQT8415 Copying titles or playlists ∫ Speed and recording mode when copying [HDD] > [RAM] : High speed [HDD] > [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] : Refer to the following table. ≥ [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] When making a copy that contains titles recorded in “EP” mode or “FR (recordings 5 hou...

54 RQT8415 Copying titles or playlists (Continued) Refer to the control reference on page 52. COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6– 4 ( ➡ 53, right column) 1 Press [SUB MENU].2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the operation and press [ENTER]. Delete Al...

55 RQT8415 [DVD-V] > [HDD] You can copy the content of finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW(DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD and re-edit.While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time. ≥ If you perform search, frame-by-frame or pause while co...

56 RQT8415 Copying still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ You cannot copy pictures recorded to DVD-R or CD-R/CD-RW. [SD] While stopped put the card in the slot, and the menu ( ➡ below) is automatically displayed.Press [ 3 , 4 ] to se...

57 RQT8415 ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6– 3 (for a still picture) or 6– 5 (for a folder) ( ➡ 56, right column) 1 Press [SUB MENU].2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the operation and press [ENTER]. Delete All: Delete all items registered on the copying list.Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select ...

58 RQT8415 Copying from a video cassette recorder [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front You can also connect to the AV4 input terminals on the rear. ≥ Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. If the audio output of t...

59 RQT8415 Linked operations with the TV (Q Link) What is Q Link? Q Link enables you to connect this unit to a Q Link equipped Panasonic TV and perform various linked functions.The following systems from other manufacturers have similar function to Q Link from Panasonic.For details, refer to your te...

60 RQT8415 HDD, disc and card management [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] ≥ You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB ( ➡ 7). 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to sele...

62 RQT8415 HDD, disc and card management Refer to the control reference on page 60. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVD-Video top menu after finalizing. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. After performing ste...

63 RQT8415 Entering text [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters: § Title name for timer recording [Note] If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens. 1 Show Enter Name screen. 2 Press ...

64 RQT8415 FUNCTIONS window By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select an item and press [ENTER]. ≥ If you select “To Others” and ...

65 RQT8415 Changing the unit’s settings 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the tab and press [ 1 ]. 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ENTER]. 6 ...

66 RQT8415 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Refer to the control reference on page 65. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Summary of settings Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Tuning Manual ( ➡ 69) Auto-Setup Restart ( ➡ 70) Downlo...

68 RQT8415 Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 65. Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Connection TV Aspect ( ➡ 18) Set to match the type of television connected. ≥ 16:9 ≥ 4:3 ≥ Letterbox Progressive ( ➡ 22) This setting is fixed with “Off” ...

69 RQT8415 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Tuning” and press [ 1 ]. You can add or delete channels, or change programme positions. 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to se...

70 RQT8415 Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 65. You can restart auto channel setting if set up ( ➡ 18) fails for some reason. After performing steps 1–4 ( ➡ 69) 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Auto-Setup Restart” or “Download from TV” and press [ENTER]. The confirmati...

71 RQT8415 ≥ In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Others” and...

72 RQT8415 Messages On the television Page Authorization Error. ≥ You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) 38, 39 Cannot finish recording completely. ≥ The programme was copy-protected. ≥ The H...

73 RQT8415 On the unit’s display The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. § The message are alternately displayed. DVD  (“ ∑ ” stands for a number.) ≥ The remote control and main unit are using different codes....

74 RQT8415 Frequently asked questions Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Set up Page Disc Recording What equipment is necessary to play multi channel surround sound? ≥ DVD-Video: You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an amplifie...

75 RQT8415 GUIDE Plus+ Why is the GUIDE Plus+ system only available after approx. 2 hours? ≥ The data rate, at which GUIDE Plus+ is sent, is limited. Depending on the country, signal quality and number of channels received, the time until the GUIDE Plus+ system is ready can vary. — The Host Channel ...

76 RQT8415 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit...

77 RQT8415 Sound Page Operation No sound.Low volume.Distorted sound.Cannot hear the desired audio type. ≥ Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. ≥ Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. ≥ Turn off V.S.S. in the foll...

78 RQT8415 Troubleshooting guide Recording, timer recording and copying Page Cannot record.Cannot copy. ≥ You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record onto. ≥ The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ...

80 RQT8415 Troubleshooting guide Still pictures GUIDE Plus+ To reset this unit Cannot display Direct Navigator screen. ≥ This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy or while the unit is standing by for linked timer recording with external equipment. — Cannot edit or format a card. ≥ Rel...

81 RQT8415 Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcas...

82 RQT8415 Specifications Recording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording format DVD-R : DVD-Video format DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format DVD-RW : DVD-Video format +R +R DL (Double Layer) +RW Recordable discs DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1/3X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver.2.2/5X-SPEED DVD-RAM R...

83 RQT8415 Safety precautions Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Do no...

Index Album Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Audio Attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...