Panasonic DMR-ES16 - Manuals

RQT8950 5 • 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 instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully. • Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CD...

RQT8950 6 The remote control information n Batteries • Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control. • Do not use rechargeable type batteries. • Do not mix old and new batteries. • Do not use different types at the same time. • Do not heat or expose to flame.• Do not take apart or...

RQT8950 7 Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control 1 bn bo bt cm cl bq bp bs br 3 5 8 bkbl 9 ck 6 7 4 2 bm cq cocp cn 1 Turn the unit on ( Ô page 12) 2 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 3 Cancel 4 Basic o...

RQT8950 8 STEP 1 Connection This section includes diagrams of four common methods of connections (A-D, pages 8-9). Please connect using the one that best suits you. • Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in English only.) http://www.panasonic.com/consume...

RQT8950 9 • You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.• Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box. • You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.• Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable ...

RQT8950 10 STEP 1 Connection The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output ( Ô page 45) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.• ...

RQT8950 11 Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead to the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75 Ω coaxial cable to the antenna terminals on the equipment (television etc.). Refer to other equipment’s operating instructions. n Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal • ...

RQT8950 12 STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning After pressing [ ^ DVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit starts necessary setup. Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 1 Press [ ^ DVD POWER]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to se...

RQT8950 13 6 Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto Tuning. The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is displayed when finished. n When one of the following screen appears “No channels were found.” screen After turning off the unit, confirm following and perform setup again.• Confirm th...

RQT8950 14 Channel captions/Television type You can give the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself. The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is displayed and in the Direct Navigator screen. • You can set channel captions after channel setting on this unit is completed ( Ô...

RQT8950 15 Remote control settings Refer to the control reference on page 14. You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control. Point the remote control at the television While pressing [ ^ POWER TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons. e.g., 0250: [0] Ô [2] Ô [5] Ô [0] Manufacturer an...

RQT8950 16 Important notes for recording Recording of MTS broadcasting Both main and secondary audio can be recorded You can change the audio during playback. ( Ô page 23, Changing audio) If you record from external equipment– Select both “Main” and “SAP” on the external equipment. Select the main o...

RQT8950 17 Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. * 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” is set to “EP – Extended Play (6H)” in the Setup me...

RQT8950 18 Recording television programs • You can record up to 99 titles on one disc. • You can record up to 49 titles on one disc. See also the notes “Important notes for recording” ( Ô page 16). Note • You can create a Top Menu using “Create DVD Top Menu” ( Ô page 36). Recording or editing on the...

RQT8950 19 During recording Press [ * REC] to select the recording time. • The unit’s display changes as shown below. • This does not work during scheduled recordings ( Ô page 20) or while using Flexible Recording ( Ô below). • If you change the channel or recording mode while recording is paused, t...

RQT8950 20 Scheduled recording See also the notes “Important notes for recording” ( Ô page 16). You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly program is counted as one program.) Preparation • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the ...

RQT8950 21 1 When the unit is on Press [ g ]. The confirmation screen appears. 2 Press [ w , q ] to select “Stop recording” and press [ENTER]. Recording stops and the scheduled recording is cancelled. (Daily and weekly schedules remain and scheduled recording will start as programmed.) 1 Press [SCHE...

RQT8950 22 Playing discs Preparation • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. • Turn on this unit. 1 Insert a disc ( Ô page 18). 2 Press [ q ] (PLAY). Play starts from the most recently recorded title. and MP3 Play starts from the beginnin...

RQT8950 23 Operations during play Stop Press [ g ]. The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [ q ] (PLAY) to restart from this position. • Depending on the disc, resume play function may not be effective. • The stopped position is cleared when: – You press [ g ] several times. –...

RQT8950 24 Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) You can play CD-R/CD-RW 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 MP3 files, DivX video contents a...

RQT8950 25 1 While the Menu screen is displayed Press [ q ]. n MP3 n DivX 2 Press [ e , r ] to select a group (folder) and press [ENTER]. The file list for the group (folder) appears. 1 While the Pictures Menu is displayed Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER]. 2 Press [ e , r...

RQT8950 26 Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Refer to the control reference on page 24. 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 instruct...

RQT8950 27 Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messages 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 [ e , r ] to select the menu and press [ q ]. 3 Press [ e , r ]...

RQT8950 28 Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messgages Refer to the control reference on page 27. By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Functions displayed depend on the type of disc. 2 Press [ e , r ] t...

RQT8950 29 Entering text Refer to the control reference on page 27. You can give names to recorded titles, etc.The maximum number of characters: * Scheduled recordingIf a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens. 1 Show Enter Name screen. 2 Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select a chara...

RQT8950 30 Editing titles/chapters • The maximum number of items on a disc: Note • Once deleted, divided or shortened, a title cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. • You cannot edit during recording.• You can create a Top Menu using “Create DVD Top Menu” ( Ô page...

RQT8950 32 Creating, editing and playing playlists • The maximum number of items on a disc: • If you exceed the maximum numbers of items for a disc, all the items entered will not be recorded. Preparation • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this...

RQT8950 33 (play only) 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “Playlists” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select the playlist. To start play Ô Press [ENTER]. To edit Ô Step 5 • To show other page...

RQT8950 34 Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g.: Connecting other video equipment to the IN2 or DV IN terminals You can also connect to the IN1 input terminal on the rear. • Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural C...

RQT8950 35 DVD Management Preparation Release protection ( Ô below). 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “Other Functions” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “DVD Management” and press [ENTER]. Select which step 4 to perform depending on what you want to do nex...

RQT8950 37 Changing the unit’s settings 1 While stopped Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select the tab and press [ q ]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select the menu and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ e , r ] to select the option and press [ENTER]. To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. To exit the s...

RQT8950 40 Messages The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. On the television Page Authorization Error. This title is not authorized to play. • You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased wit...

RQT8950 41 Frequently asked questions Set up Page Do the Audio/Video cables need to be connected to the TV in order to see the Menus? • If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF modulator is necessary. Consult your local dealer for more information. 8–10 What equipment is necessa...

RQT8950 42 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Product information” on page 44. The following do not indicate a problem with this ...

RQT8950 44 Troubleshooting guide 1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or(d) The unit does n...

RQT8950 45 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...

RQT8950 46 Specifications Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0Ver. 2.1/3X–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0Ver. 2.2/5X–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0 DVD-R: for General Ver. 2.0for General Ver. 2.0/4X–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0for General Ver. 2.x/8X–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0for General Ver. 2.x/16X–SPEED DVD-R Re...

RQT8950 47 Limited Warranty Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Technics Audio ...

Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca © 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Printed in China RQT8950 48 Index Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Audio attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 l...