Panasonic DMR-EH57 - Manuals

5 RQT8906 (continued) § 1 The amount of the recordable disc space doesn’t increase even if the programme is deleted when you use discs that can only be used for recording once. § 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...

6 RQT8906 HDD, disc and card information . § Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording. ≥ The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instr...

7 RQT8906 ≥ When using 4 GB SD Memory Cards, only SD Memory Cards that display the SDHC logo can be used. ≥ 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 is in English only.) ...

8 RQT8906 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. ( ➡ 32, Changing audio during p...

9 RQT8906 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage.As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup. ∫ The HDD...

10 RQT8906 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 RQT8906 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 RQT8906 Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on ( ➡ 19) 2 Select drive [HDD, DVD or SD ( [EH67] )] ( ➡ 22, 30, 36) Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT]. 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter num...

13 RQT8906 1 Standby/on switch ( Í /I) ( ➡ 19) 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 ( ➡ 22, 30) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder ( ➡ 54) 4 Connection for VCR, camcorder etc. ( ➡ ...

14 RQT8906 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–B. Confirm connections not listed below with your dealer. Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF co...

15 RQT8906 B Connecting a television and VCR Connecting to a television with 21-pin Scart terminal You can also connect with the AV1 terminal on this unit using the 21-pin Scart cable.If your television is equipped with RGB input capability, by connecting with a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable you ca...

16 RQT8906 STEP 1 Connection § Leave “Yellow” unconnected. 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 ( ➡ 77) and provide a purer pictu...

17 RQT8906 When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted. You can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cord. When connecting to an HDMI-compatible HDTV (High Definition Television), this unit’s output can be switched to ...

18 RQT8906 STEP 1 Connection (continued) If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” function with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions.You can operate this unit using the following buttons on the TV remote control.[ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ], [OK], [RETURN], [EXIT], ...

19 RQT8906 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. Auto-Setup starts. This takes about 5 minutes. Auto-Setup is complete when you see the clock se...

20 RQT8906 STEP 3 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 ( ➡ 77). 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ]...

21 RQT8906 (continued) Refer to the control reference on page 20. Manufacturer and Code No. 2 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...

22 RQT8906 Recording television programmes See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 8). Depending on the type of disc used for recording or the type of broadcast, there may be restrictions on the title you are trying to record. ≥ [RAM] It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a...

23 RQT8906 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” ...

24 RQT8906 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 ( ➡ 26) or whi...

25 RQT8906 [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...

26 RQT8906 Timer recording See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 8). Depending on the type of disc used for recording or the type of broadcast, there may be restrictions on the title you are trying to record. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥ You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a mon...

27 RQT8906 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “New Timer Programme” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 1 ] to move through the items and change the items with [ 3 , 4 ]. ≥ Press and hold [ 3 , 4 ] to alter the Start (Start time) and Stop (Finish time) in 30-minute increments. ≥ You can also se...

28 RQT8906 Timer recording 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 [OK]. If you stop a timer recording, it will be cancelled. However, if you have set a weekly or daily timer recording, the reco...

29 RQT8906 ≥ Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. ∫ To change a programme Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the programme and press [OK]. ( ➡ 27 , step 3) ∫ To delete a programme Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the programme and p...

30 RQT8906 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...

31 RQT8906 ∫ When a menu screen appears on the television [DVD-V] Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the item and press [OK]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons.If “ENTER” appears on the screen, press [OK]. [VCD] Press the numbered buttons to select the item. ≥ To return to th...

32 RQT8906 Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 30. (continued) Press [AUDIO]. [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] and DivX LR > L > R ^---------------} [DVD-V] You can change the audio channel number each time you press the button. This allows...

34 RQT8906 Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG) [CD] You can play 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 video contents, MP3 f...

35 RQT8906 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...

36 RQT8906 Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG) Refer to the control reference on page 34. Instructions/notes regarding SD Cards and SD Drive are applicable to the DMR-EH67 model only. Playable discs and cards are: [EH57] : [CD] [EH67] : [HDD] [RAM] [CD] [SD] ≥ You can playback st...

37 RQT8906 Playable discs and cards are: [EH57] : [CD] [EH67] : [HDD] [RAM] [CD] [SD] ∫ To select the still pictures in another folder [RAM] [SD] ( ➡ 7, Structure of folders displayed by this unit [EH67] ) To switch to another higher folder (Only if there is a multiple number of higher folders recog...

38 RQT8906 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...

39 RQT8906 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 ( ➡ 20). Press [STATUS]. The display changes each time you ...

40 RQT8906 Editing titles/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] (You cannot edit finalised 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...

41 RQT8906 After performing steps 1–5 ( ➡ 40) § Multiple editing is possible. After performing steps 1–7 ( ➡ 40) § 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 [OK]. ≥ Once deleted, the recor...

42 RQT8906 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] ...

43 RQT8906 [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Playlists” and press [OK]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the playlist. To start play ➡ Press [OK]. To edit ➡ Step 5. ≥ To sho...

44 RQT8906 Editing still pictures [EH67] [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ You can edit pictures and albums. ≥ You can use SD Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 4 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ You cannot edit still pictures recorded on CD-R/CD-RW. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. ≥ [RAM] [SD] ...

45 RQT8906 After performing steps 1–4, page 44 § 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...

46 RQT8906 Delete Navigator Instructions/notes regarding SD Cards and SD Drive are applicable to the DMR-EH67 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] ( [EH67] ) (You cannot delete items on finalised discs.) [EH57] :Still pictures cannot be deleted. ≥ A title or a pictur...

47 RQT8906 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 (The default setting is “On”. ➡ 61). However in the following cases, copying to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format),...

48 RQT8906 Copying titles or playlists When copying a title with main and secondary audio ≥ Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from “Bilingual Audio Selection” ( ➡ 62) when: –Copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW. –When “Audio Mode for XP Rec...

50 RQT8906 Copying titles or playlists (Continued) Refer to the control reference on page 48. COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6– 4 ( ➡ 49, right column) 1 Press [OPTION].2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the operation and press [OK]. Delete All: De...

51 RQT8906 [DVD-V] > [HDD] You can copy the content of finalised 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 c...

52 RQT8906 Copying still pictures [EH67] [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ You can use SD Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 4 GB ( ➡ 7). ≥ SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-compatible equipment. SDHC Memory Cards cannot be used with equipment that is ...

53 RQT8906 ∫ To edit the copying list Select the item in step 6– 3 (for a still picture) or 6– 5 (for a folder) ( ➡ 52, right column) 1 Press [OPTION].2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the operation and press [OK]. Delete All: Delete all items registered on the copying list.Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select “Yes”...

54 RQT8906 Copying from a video cassette recorder 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 the other equipment is monaural Connec...

55 RQT8906 HDD, disc and card management Instructions/notes regarding SD Cards and SD Drive are applicable to the DMR-EH67 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] ( [EH67] ) ≥ You can use SD Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 4 GB ( ➡ 7). 1 While stopped Press...

56 RQT8906 HDD, disc and card management Refer to the control reference on page 55. [HDD] [RAM] Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥ Release protection ( ➡ 55). After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 55) 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Delete all titles” and press [OK]. 5 Press ...

57 RQT8906 [-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 finalising. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 55) 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Top Menu” and press [OK]. 5 P...

58 RQT8906 Entering text [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] ( [EH67] ) 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 scree...

59 RQT8906 FUNCTION MENU window By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select an item and press [OK]. ≥ If you select “To Oth...

60 RQT8906 Changing the unit’s settings 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [OK]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the tab and press [ 1 ]. 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [OK]. 6 Press...

61 RQT8906 The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. (continued on the next page) Summary of settings Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Tuning Manual Tuning ( ➡ 65) Auto-Setup Restart ( ➡ 66) Disc Settings for Playback ≥ Press [OK] to show the fo...

62 RQT8906 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Refer to the control reference on page 60. Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Picture Comb Filter Select the picture sharpness when recording.The setting is fixed with “On” if you set “TV System” to “NTSC” ( ➡ 66). ≥ On:...

65 RQT8906 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [OK]. 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 sele...

66 RQT8906 Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 60. You can restart auto channel setting if set up ( ➡ 19) fails for some reason. After performing steps 1–4 ( ➡ 65) 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Auto-Setup Restart” and press [OK]. The confirmation screen appears. 6 Pres...

67 RQT8906 In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Setup” and press [OK]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Others” and pre...

68 RQT8906 Messages On the television Page Authorisation 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) 34, 35 Cannot finish recording completely. ≥ The programme was copy-protected. ≥ The H...

69 RQT8906 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. Page § The message are alternately displayed. DVD  (“ ∑ ” stands for a number.) ≥ The remote control and main unit are using different c...

70 RQT8906 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? ≥ You cannot playback multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment. You must conne...

71 RQT8906 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...

73 RQT8906 Operation Page Cannot operate the television.The remote control doesn’t work. ≥ Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the code. ≥ The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. Press and hol...

74 RQT8906 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] ...

76 RQT8906 Troubleshooting guide Still pictures Page VIERA Link To reset this unit Cannot display Direct Navigator screen. ≥ This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy. — Cannot edit or format a card. ( [EH67] ) ≥ Release the card’s protection setting. (With some cards, the “Write Prot...

77 RQT8906 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...

78 RQT8906 Specifications Recording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording format DVD-R : DVD-Video format § 1 DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format § 1 DVD-RW : DVD-Video format § 1 +R +R DL (Double Layer) +RW Recordable discs DVD-RAM: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 2-3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1), 2-5X SPEED (Ver. 2...

79 RQT8906 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 Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Album Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Ang...