Panasonic DMR-XW300 - Manuals

5 RQT9135 Playing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Useful functions during still picture play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Editing still pictures (JPEG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

6 RQT9135 HDD and disc information This unit can record or copy to the following HDD or discs. To record It can only record to HDD by pressing [ ¥ REC]. To timer record It can only record to HDD or DVD-RAM when using timer record. HDD HDD HDD +R +R +R +R DL +R DL +R DL +RW +RW +RW DVD-RAM DVD-RAM DV...

7 RQT9135 Various recording modes can be selected when recording or copying is performed on this unit. Time and quality of recording varies depending on the recording mode. ( ➡ 30, Recording modes) The following are characteristics of DR (Direct Recording) mode. This unit can record the digital broa...

8 RQT9135 HDD and disc information ( ≤ : Possible, – : Impossible) HDD and discs you can use for recording and play Disc type Hard disk drive (HDD) Standard symbol [HDD] Data that can be recorded and played Video Still picture Music Quality that can be recorded High definition (HD) quality Standard ...

9 RQT9135 ≥ This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have PAL signal recordings. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.) ≥ You may not be able to record depending on the condition of the discs and you may not be able to play due to the condition of the rec...

10 RQT9135 HDD and disc 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 instructions...

11 RQT9135 USB memory and card information ≥ Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit. [Note] ≥ This unit’s USB port does not support bus-powered USB device. ≥ When using SD cards 4 GB or larger, only SD cards that display the SDHC l...

12 RQT9135 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) ( ➡ 22, 23, 58) Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT]. 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 To d...

13 RQT9135 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 ( ➡ 15) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder ( ➡ 54) 4 Display ( ➡ below) 5 Recording indicator 6...

14 RQT9135 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 HD...

15 RQT9135 Media handling (Disc/USB memory/SD card) 1 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. 2 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. Automatic drive select function [DVD-V] [CD] ≥ If the unit is recording to the HDD or stopped, it automatically switches to the DVD drive when a disc is inse...

16 RQT9135 STEP 1 Connection ≥ Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥ Refer to “Additional connections” ( ➡ 91) for connection using other terminals and connection with other equipment. When the unit is not to be used for a long time To save powe...

17 RQT9135 You can enjoy high-quality picture by changing the connection between this unit and your TV on page 16 as follows. . 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 ...

18 RQT9135 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 the Download from TV screen appears ( ➡ 19) 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select your region and pr...

19 RQT9135 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “On” or “Off” and press [OK]. ≥ On : It is possible to start quickly from the power off state. ≥ Off : It will go into the Power Save mode when the power is turned off. After Quick Start setting is complete, TV aspect setting screen appears. 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] t...

20 RQT9135 Watching digital broadcasts This unit has the tuner which allows it to directly receive and record digital terrestrial channels. 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. 3 Press [INPUT SELECT] ...

21 RQT9135 You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. When “TEXT” appears in digital channel information ( ➡ right) 1 Press [TEXT ]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ], the numbered buttons, or the colour buttons to select th...

22 RQT9135 Playing DVD-Video/Playing recorded video contents Refer to “Advanced playback” ( ➡ 38) for detail information. Preparation ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥ Turn on this unit. 1 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit...

23 RQT9135 Recording television programmes [HDD] Refer to “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 28) and “Advanced recording” ( ➡ 30) for detail information. This operation will only record to HDD. To record to a disc ( ➡ 25) Preparation ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input t...

24 RQT9135 Timer Recording (Using the TV Guide System) Refer to “Advanced timer recording” ( ➡ 34 – 37) for detail information. See also “Important notes for recording” ( ➡ 28). Depending on the type of disc used for recording or the type of broadcast, there may be restrictions on the title you are ...

25 RQT9135 [RAM] ≥ Only 1 programme can be set to timer record on the disc. 1 Insert a disc. ∫ When the screen with “Format Disc” is displayed You need to format the unrecorded disc such as new discs. 1 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Format Disc” and press [OK]. 2 Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select “Yes” and pre...

26 RQT9135 Deleting titles [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] (You cannot delete items on finalised discs.) ≥ A title cannot be restored once it is deleted. Make certain before proceeding. ≥ Title that is currently recording cannot be deleted. ≥ Titles on the disc cannot be deleted...

27 RQT9135 Copying titles [HDD] > [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] (You cannot copy to finalised discs.) 1 Insert a disc. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Copy Navigator” and press [OK]. ≥ Confirm that there is enough remaining disc space. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the title you want ...

28 RQT9135 Important notes for recording Regarding Recording to the disc You cannot record by pressing [ ¥ REC]. ≥ [RAM] Timer recording is possible. Selecting Audio for Recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound (Digital broadcast only): You can select the audio language when receiving audio in mul...

29 RQT9135 When you want to copy titles in high speed mode from the HDD to discs. [RAM] ≥ Titles in XP, SP, LP, EP, or FR mode can be copied at high speed. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥ Titles in XP, SP, LP, EP, or FR mode can be copied at high speed using following method. Set “Rec for...

30 RQT9135 Advanced recording This also explains about while recording and while copying. (There are discs that can only copy, depending on the disc) ∫ Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.(The ...

31 RQT9135 ∫ Regarding recording time remaining This unit records using a VBR (Variable bit rate) data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments which may cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording. If the remaining amount...

32 RQT9135 Advanced recording [HDD] Recorded title is recorded exactly to the size of the new disc (4.7 GB) by automatically selecting optimal quality from “XP”, “SP”, “LP”, or “EP”. Preparation ≥ Select the channel or the external input to record. ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 W...

33 RQT9135 Operation during Recording Check the recording programme Press [STATUS ]. Display the recording programme on the TV screen It is necessary to display the recording programme onto the TV screen to perform operations such as pause. ≥ If the input was switched: Press [INPUT SELECT]. ≥ If the...

34 RQT9135 Advanced timer recording [HDD] [RAM] 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “New Timer Programme” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the items and change the items with [ 2 , 1 ]. ≥ Date Current date up to one month later minus one day ≥ Weekly Titles recorded using th...

35 RQT9135 Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the programme and press the “Red” button. ≥ The timer icon “ F ” ( ➡ 36) will change to grey. ≥ You cannot cancel timer recording standby ...

36 RQT9135 Advanced timer recording ≥ Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Icons ∫ To change a programme Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the programme and press [OK]. ( ➡ 34, step 3) ∫ To delete a programme Press [ 3 , 4 ]...

37 RQT9135 Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view. ∫ When the TV Guide displays the empty TV Guide list ≥ Some digital broadcast may not send programme information. Set the timer recording manually ( ➡ 34). This function lets you display a TV Guide list sorted by programme ...

38 RQT9135 Advanced playback [Note] ≥ When playing back a title recorded on the HDD, ensure that you match the “TV System” setting to the recorded title ( ➡ 84). ≥ A disc or title with different “TV System” ( ➡ 84) may not be able to playback while recording or on standby for the timer recording. Yo...

39 RQT9135 Press [AUDIO]. It will switch depending on the contents recorded every time it is pressed. e.g., [HDD] “AudioL R” is selected. [DVD-V] [AVCHD] You can change the audio channel number each time you press the button. This allows you to change things like the soundtrack language ( ➡ 74, Soun...

40 RQT9135 Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator “Grouped Titles”/“All Titles” [HDD] It is possible to switch the screen display with the following operation even in the COPY Navigator or the DELETE Navigator screens. 1 While the Navigator screen is displayedPress [OPTION]....

41 RQT9135 Playback of the High Definition Camera Video (AVCHD) [AVCHD] It is possible to playback the high definition (AVCHD format) video recorded on the Panasonic digital high definition video camera on the disc or SD card. 1 Insert a disc or SD card. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Play AVCHD” and ...

42 RQT9135 Editing titles [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.) [+RW] Editing of the title can be performed with this unit.For example, an unrequired part of the title can be deleted. ( ➡ 43, Partial Delete) [Note] ≥ Once deleted, divided or partially dele...

43 RQT9135 After performing steps 1–4 ( ➡ 42) § 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 recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before p...

44 RQT9135 Create/Playback/Edit of the Chapter [HDD] [RAM] ≥ The maximum number of chapters on a disc: (Depends on the state of recording.) [HDD] : Approx. 1000 per title [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] :Approx. 1000 [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] : Approx. 254 [Note] ≥ [HDD] You will not be able to perform the Res...

45 RQT9135 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [RAM] When “VIDEO” is not selected, press the “Red” button to select “VIDEO”. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the title and press [OPTION]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Chapter View” and press [OK]. 4 Press [ 2 , 1 ] to select the chapter. To start play ➡ Pre...

46 RQT9135 Copying titles There are following copying methods. ∫ Copy direction Copy Easy copying from HDD to disc with no difficult settings. ( ➡ 27) Copy Title Playing Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. ( ➡ 49) Advanced Copy Make a copying list and then copy.You can set the unit to cop...

47 RQT9135 ∫ Copy speed ( ≤ : Possible, – : Impossible) § 1 Position of the chapter might shift slightly. It will not maintain the exceeded amount if it exceeds the maximum chapter numbers.– [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] :Approx. 1000 – [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] :Approx. 100 (Depends on the state of recordin...

48 RQT9135 Copying titles ∫ Frequently asked questions When is the time high speed copy is not possible ? It will copy at normal speed in following cases: ≥ [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Copying to in following conditions: – Titles in DR mode– Title of the AVCHD copied to the HDD ≥ ...

49 RQT9135 Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. ≥ It will start copying from the beginning of the title regardless of the playing position. [HDD] > [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] 1 Playback the title to copy. When copying the title in DR mode with multiple audio and subt...

51 RQT9135 COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators ∫ To check the properties of a title and sort COPY Navigator/Copying list 1 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the title and press [OPTION]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Properties” or “Sort” and press [OK]. Properties: The name, recording date, channel etc. ...

52 RQT9135 Copying titles [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. ≥ When “Rec for High Speed Copy” ( ➡ 82) ...

53 RQT9135 Recording broadcasts from external equipment [HDD] e.g., Connecting to the AV3 terminals on the front ≥ Turn off the unit and external equipment before connecting. § The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO terminal. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select th...

54 RQT9135 Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front ≥ Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural Connect to L/MONO on the AV3 input terminals at the front. § The S ...

55 RQT9135 [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Preparation 1 Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal ( ➡ 54). 2 Turn on the main unit. ≥ When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC, change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the ...

57 RQT9135 ∫ From an SD card 1 Insert a card. ≥ If there are no SD Video on an SD card, “Copy Video (MPEG2)” is not displayed. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Copy Video (MPEG2)” and press [OK]. 3 Go to step 8 on page 50. How to copy Refer to “Copying using the copying list—Advanced Copy” ( ➡ 50) Pleas...

58 RQT9135 Playing still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [CD] [USB] [SD] ≥ You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. ≥ You cannot play still pictures while recording or copying. Preparation ≥ Insert a disc, card, or USB memory. ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the d...

59 RQT9135 Useful functions during still picture play Start Slide Show Slide Show Setting You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. 1 [HDD] [RAM] Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the album or date. 2 Press [OPTION]. ≥ [HDD] [RAM] Slide show will start by pressing [ 1 ] (PLAY...

60 RQT9135 Editing still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥ Editing can be done in units of pictures, albums, or dates. ≥ You cannot edit still pictures recorded on CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. ≥ [RAM] [SD] Release protection ( ➡ 11, 77, Setting the pro...

61 RQT9135 After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 60) § Multiple editing is possible.[Copy to Album, Copy to New Album, Change Date : Only when the “Picture (JPEG) View” screen is displayed] [Note] ≥ Timer recordings do not start when performing “Copy to Album”, “Copy to New Album”, “Change Date”, “Copy to ...

62 RQT9135 Copying still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [USB] [SD] ≥ Pictures copied from SD card and USB memory will be categorised according to the shooting date. Pictures without recording date will be categorised using the creation date. ≥ You cannot copy pictures recorded to CD-R/CD-RW. ≥ If the space on...

63 RQT9135 6 Register still pictures for copy. ≥ If you are going to copy a registered list without making any changes to it ( ➡ step 7). ≥ Pictures from different dates or albums will not be registered to same list. ∫ Select the units to register [HDD] [RAM] 1 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Create List...

64 RQT9135 Playing music [CD] [USB] You can play MP3 files recorded with a computer onto a CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. ≥ You cannot play MP3 files on the USB memory while copying. 1 Insert a disc or USB memory. ≥ [CD] Playback will automatically start if only MP3 is recorded. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to sel...

65 RQT9135 Copying music to HDD ( ➡ 69) Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [OK]. 1 Categorise by artist 2 Categorise by album 3...

66 RQT9135 Playing music Operations during play Useful functions during music play Stop Press [ ∫ ]. Pause Press [ ; ]. Press [ ; ] again or [ 1 ] (PLAY) to restart play. Search Press [ 6 ] or [ 5 ]. Press [ 1 ] (PLAY) to restart play. Skip During play or while paused, press [ : ] or [ 9 ]. Skip to ...

67 RQT9135 Editing music/playlist [HDD] Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. ≥ When doing “Delete All Tracks”, “Clear My Favourites” or “Clear Frequently Played” ( ➡ go to step...

68 RQT9135 Editing music/playlist [HDD] You can register your favourite albums and tracks into 10 preset playlists. ≥ Name of the playlist can be changed. ≥ New playlist cannot be added. ≥ Up to 999 tracks can be registered to each playlist. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. ...

69 RQT9135 Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. Music CD (CD-DA) When inserting music CDs, this unit makes access to the internal Gracenote ® Database to obtain title information. The album name, track name and artist name are assigned automatically al...

70 RQT9135 Deleting still pictures and music using DELETE Navigator Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [SD] 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. [HDD] [RAM] When “PICT...

71 RQT9135 Entering text [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] 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 [ 3 ,...

72 RQT9135 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control TM ”) You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI Control”. Preparation 1 Connect this unit to your TV using an HDMI cable ( ➡ 17) or to your receiver using an HDMI cable ( ➡ 92). 2 Set “VIERA Link” to “...

73 RQT9135 If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” 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], [OPTION] ...

74 RQT9135 Convenient functions to playback and viewing or listening 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 ] ...

75 RQT9135 Press [STATUS ]. The display changes each time you press the button. When black bars are shown at the top, bottom, left, and right sides of the screen, you can enlarge the image to fill the screen. 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Aspect” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 2 , 1 ] to...

76 RQT9135 FUNCTION MENU window/Pause Live TV By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 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...

77 RQT9135 Disc and card management [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD or SD drive. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “DVD Manageme...

78 RQT9135 Disc and card management [RAM] Preparation ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. ≥ Release protection ( ➡ 77, Setting the protection). After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 77, Common procedures) 1 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Delete all titles” and press [OK]. 2 Press [ 2 , 1 ] to selec...

79 RQT9135 [-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 or Create Top Menu ( [+RW] ). Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. After performing steps 1–3 ( ➡ 77, Common procedures) 1 Press [ ...

80 RQT9135 Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. 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 pre...

81 RQT9135 ∫ DVB Manual Tuning You can set channels manually that the DVB Auto-Setup could not complete successfully. 1 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “DVB Manual Tuning” and press [OK]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the channel you want to set. 3 Press [ 2 , 1 ] to adjust the frequency. ≥ The frequency ri...

82 RQT9135 Changing the unit’s settings (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) § [Other ¢¢¢¢ ] Enter a code ( ➡ 97) with the numbered buttons. When the selected language is not available on the disc, the default language is played. There are discs where you can only switc...

84 RQT9135 Changing the unit’s settings (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.)Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be shaded in grey on the display and cannot be selected, or you may not be...

85 RQT9135 HDMI Connection ≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Video Mode Select “On” when video is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal. [On] [Off] When the equipment such as amplifiers is connected using HDMI cable, and TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal (setup before co...

86 RQT9135 Changing the unit’s settings (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Others Off Timer Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used. [2 hours] [4 hours] [6 hours] [Off] Remote Control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote...

89 RQT9135 Other Settings You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the television channel and change the television volume. 1 Point the remote control at the televisionWhile pressing [ Í TV], enter the code with...

90 RQT9135 Software Update Software of this unit can be updated automatically by following method. ≥ From broadcasts ≥ From Internet [network connection and setting is required. ( ➡ 94)] Update of the software is done when it is in standby mode. Once the new software is found, it will start the down...

91 RQT9135 Additional connections § 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 ( ➡ 111) and provide a purer...

92 RQT9135 Additional connections 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), the output can ...

93 RQT9135 Connecting an Analogue television and VCR RF RF I N I N RF RF OUT OUT A V 2 ( EXT ) A V 1 ( T V ) OPTICAL COAXIAL COMPO N E N T COMPO N E N T V IDEO OUT V IDEO OUT OUT O U T A V 4 I N A V 4 I N S V IDEO V IDEO R- A UDIO- L P R P B Y A C I N A V OU V OUT L A N L A N 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX DI...

94 RQT9135 Additional connections Following function will be available when this unit is connected to the network. ≥ This document is assuming that you already have a broadband connection. ≥ This connection is not necessary if following functions are not to be used. [Note] ≥ Refer to the operating i...

95 RQT9135 Operations that can be performed simultaneously ( ≤ : Possible, – : Impossible) § [AVCHD] It cannot playback. ≥ Simultaneous operation is not possible while executing the “DV Auto Rec” or “Recording via AV3 input”. Operations that can be performed while recording or copying a title Playba...

96 RQT9135 Frequently asked questions Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Disc Recording Set up Page Which aerial is suitable for receiving digital terrestrial broadcasts? ≥ You can use your current aerial. However, depending on the area where you live, a new a...

97 RQT9135 Music Regarding Frequently asked questions for copying ( ➡ 48) Language code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons. TV Guide Page Is it possible to programme a recording, with a start and end time that are different from the TV Guide system? ≥ You can manually change the start and...

98 RQT9135 Messages [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] The following screen appears when you have not processed the disc for play on other equipment. ∫ To finalise the disc Press [ ¥ REC] on the main unit. ≥ You cannot stop this process once you have started it. ≥ If you want to set the background, ...

99 RQT9135 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 DVD  (“ ∑ ” stands for a number.) ≥ The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote contr...

100 RQT9135 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.Updating to the latest software may solve the problem....

101 RQT9135 TV screen and video Page Television reception worsens after connecting the unit. ≥ This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. If it is not solved by using a ...

102 RQT9135 Troubleshooting guide Operation Sound Page 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...

106 RQT9135 Troubleshooting guide Digital broadcast TV Guide Page The TV Guide System does not receive any data. ≥ Check whether the clock is properly set. ≥ If signal quality is bad (ghost images or limited reception), the TV Guide system may not be able to receive any data. 86 — “No Data” is displ...

108 RQT9135 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: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 2-3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1), 2-5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R: 1X S...

110 RQT9135 Glossary AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. 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 (Conten...

111 RQT9135 Progressive/Interlace Interlace is a conventional image signal that displays the image in 2 phases by splitting the display into odd and even scans. Progressive will display whole image in 1 scan. Therefore, it will give high definition image without flickering compared with interlace. P...

112 RQT9135 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 n...

114 RQT9135 Index Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Advanced Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Album (Music) Edit . . . . . . . . ....

115 RQT9135 Properties Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....