Page 2 - CAUTION; CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK; Note to CATV system installer:
2 RQT6920 Ge tt in g s ta rte d . 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 RADIATIONEXPOSURE.DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR-SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. W...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Make your own DVD-Video; Features
3 RQT6920 Ge tt in g s ta rte d IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructionslisted below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these ...
Page 4 - Table of contents; Español; Accessories; coaxial cable
4 RQT6920 Ge tt in g s ta rte d Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 5 - STEP; Antenna and television connections; Preparation; To enjoy sound through other audio equipment (
5 RQT6920 Se tt ing up STEP 1 Antenna and television connections Preparation ≥ Refer to the television’s operating instructions. ≥ Turn the television off and disconnect its AC power supply cord. To enjoy sound through other audio equipment ( ➜ page 42) To enjoy progressive video Connect to the comp...
Page 6 - The remote control; Batteries
6 RQT6920 Se tt ing up STEP 2 The remote control ≥ Insert so the poles ( i and j ) match those in the remote control. ≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Do not: ≥ mix old and new batteries. ≥ use different types at the same time. ≥ heat or expose to flame. ≥ take apart or short circuit. ≥ att...
Page 7 - When the display shows the correct time; If the unit couldn’t set the clock automatically; ] to select “Channel” and; To return to the previous screen; Antenna system, channel caption, and VCR Plus; If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails; Adding and deleting channels; CHANNEL 15 DELETED
7 RQT6920 Se tt ing up Preparation ≥ Confirm that the antenna is connected correctly. ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input tosuit the connections to this unit. 1 Press [ Í , DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu lan- guage and press [ENTER]. ...
Page 8 - SETUP
8 RQT6920 Se tt ing up STEP 4 VCR Plus i guide channel settings Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plus i codes for timer recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart show-ing the channels, station names, and guide channels. e.g., 1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 ,...
Page 9 - Other channel settings; Preset Channel Caption; Manual Channel Caption
9 RQT6920 Se tt ing up 1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Channel” and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Preset Chan- nel Caption” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the caption and then press [ 1 ]. You can choose from the following captions.ABC, PBS...
Page 10 - ] to select “TV Screen”; two-digit code with the numbered buttons.; Code No. and Manufacturer; Operation
10 RQT6920 Se tt ing up Change the settings if your television is: ≥ Widescreen (16:9 aspect ratio) ≥ Progressive– Read your television’s operating instructions for details. 1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “TV Screen” and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “TV Ty...
Page 11 - Disc information; Audio format; Discs you can use
11 RQT6920 Se tt ing up Disc information ≥ We recommend using Panasonic discs as they have been con-firmed to be compatible with this unit. Other discs may not performcorrectly. ≥ Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints,dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette smoke on...
Page 12 - Control reference guide; Remote control
12 RQT6920 Se tt ing up Control reference guide 1 POWER button ( Í , DVD (POWER) ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 14 Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount ofpower. 2 VCR Plus r button (VCR Plus r ) . . . . ....
Page 13 - Channel buttons for recorder (; Main unit
13 RQT6920 Se tt ing up U Remote control signal sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 V Disc tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 W Channel buttons for recorder ( X , W , CH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 X L2 input termina...
Page 14 - Recording television programs; tray and insert a disc (; To stop recording; For your reference; STATUS
14 RQT6920 Reco rd in g Recording television programs [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 Press [ Í , DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. 2 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert a disc ( ➜ next page). ≥ Press the button again to close the tray. ≥ It is not possible to record continuously from one side of ado...
Page 15 - Start play on the other equipment.; To skip unwanted parts; While stopped; Inserting discs; Disc; Watching the television while recording; Cartridge disc; Recording from a video cassette recorder
15 RQT6920 Reco rd in g [RAM] [DVD-R] You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc. [Note] ≥ Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want torecord/play is facing up. ≥ When using 8 cm (3 ″ ) DVD-RAM, remove the disc from the car- tridge and insert it, making sure you align it with ...
Page 16 - Playing discs; To stop play; To pause play
16 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k Playing discs [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] 1 Press [ Í , DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. 2 Press [ < OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert a disc ( ‹ page 15). ≥ Press the button again to close the tray. ≥ If cartridge protection is activated ( ➜ page 11),...
Page 17 - If “; ] to select the program; ] to select “Erase” and press; About the program list; To erase a program that is being played back; Since the program and any play lists (; TOTAL 5; FE
17 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k [VCD] Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD” and Press the numbered buttons (0, 1 j 9) to select an item. e.g., “5”: [0] ➜ [5] “15”: [1] ➜ [5] [DVD-V] Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select an item and press [ENTER]. ≥ You may also be able to use the numbered buttons (0, 1 j 9) to select ...
Page 18 - Other methods of play; Skipping; CM SKIP; Skipping a minute forward—CM Skip
18 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k Other methods of play [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] During play or while paused Press [ : ] or [ 9 ]. ≥ Press [ D ] or [ E ] on the main unit. ≥ Each press increases the number of skips. For your referencePressing [ : ] [ D ] or [ 9 ] [ E ] while the playback co...
Page 19 - ] to enter the time and; During play; During play; Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH
19 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 During play Press [TIME SLIP]. 2 Within 5 seconds Press [ 3 , 4 ] to enter the time and then press [ENTER]. Press to alter in one-minute units. Press and hold to alter in10-minute units. [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] During play Press [ 6 ] or [ ...
Page 20 - Marking places to play again—MARKER; ] to select the “Play” and; ] to select a marker number; To clear the on-screen menus; Marking positions directly
20 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k Marking places to play again—MARKER You can mark positions by pressing [MARKER]. Also use on-screenmenus to mark, recall, and clear positions. [RAM] [DVD-R] Mark up to 999 positions. The unit records the markers directly ontothe disc and they remain intact even if you re...
Page 21 - Using menus to play MP3 discs; ] to select the track and; ] while a track is highlighted
21 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k Using menus to play MP3 discs [MP3] This unit can play MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW with a computer.Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups. 1 Press [TOP MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the track and press [ENTER]. Play continues to the last tra...
Page 22 - Playing while you are recording; During recording; ] to select a program and; To stop play and recording; TIME SLIP
22 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k Playing while you are recording [RAM] Press [ 1 ] (PLAY). Play starts from the beginning of the program being recorded. (Timeslip indicator lights.) [Note] Sound is not output while fast-forwarding. [RAM] You can play a program previously recorded. 1 During recording Pre...
Page 23 - Changing audio; While playing DVD-Video; AUDIO; Using the FUNCTIONS window; To clear the FUNCTIONS window; Icon
23 RQT6920 P la y ing ba c k Changing audio [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] You can change the audio being received or played. Press [AUDIO]. How the type changes depends on when you press the button. ∫ While receiving MTS audio (Multi-channel Tele-vision Sound Stereo) Stereo: Main audio (stereo) v SAP: Seconda...
Page 24 - Timer recording; Specify a time to stop recording; Using VCR Plus
24 RQT6920 Time r r e c o rd ing Timer recording [RAM] [DVD-R] This is a simple way of specifying a time to stop recording when youare in a hurry or before you go to bed. During recording Press [ ¥ , REC] to select the recording time. Each time you press the button: 0:30 "# 1:00 "# 1:30 "...
Page 25 - ] to move through the items; DATE; Manually programming timer recordings; To release the unit from recording standby
25 RQT6920 Time r r e c o rd ing You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance. Each daily or weekly program is counted as one program. 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ 1 ] to move through the items and change the items with [ 3 , 4 ]. ≥ The current settings are shown each...
Page 26 - Icon explanations; Message displayed in the CHECK line; Move through the items with [
Time r r e c o rd ing 26 RQT6920 Timer recording [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. Icon explanations W The times overlap those in another program.Note the following if times overlap:The program with the earlier start time receives priority.Recording of the program with the later start time starts ...
Page 27 - Entering text; After the titling screen appears; Using the numbered buttons to enter characters; ] to select the character you want to
27 RQT6920 Edit ing Entering text [RAM] [DVD-R] This page shows how to enter text for: ≥ Program titles for timer recording ( ➜ pages 24 and 25) Program titles ( ➜ page 32) ≥ Play list titles ( ➜ page 30) ≥ Disc titles ( ➜ page 34) You can enter up to: ≥ 64 characters (DVD-RAM) ≥ 40 characters for a...
Page 28 - Creating play lists; ] to select “Exit” and; To clear the play list screen; Numbered
28 RQT6920 Edit ing Creating play lists [RAM] Specify start and end points to create scenes, then specify the orderin which they are to be played. These scenes are not recorded sep-arately so this doesn’t use much capacity.You can create a maximum of 99 play lists and 999 scenes. Preparation Release...
Page 29 - To stop play list play; ] to select the play list; To stop scene play
29 RQT6920 Edit ing 1 While stopped Press [PLAY LIST]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the play list and press [ENTER]. ≥ You can also select play lists by entering a 2-digit numberwith the numbered buttons. e.g., “5”: [0] ➜ [5] “15”: [1] ➜ [5] All the scenes in the play list are played. To stop play li...
Page 30 - Editing play lists; page; You can also select a page of scenes by entering a 3-digit
30 RQT6920 Edit ing Editing play lists [RAM] Once a play list has been erased, it is irretrievable. Check carefully before proceeding. The copied play list appears at the bottom of the list. Play Scenes Operation While stopped Press [PLAY LIST]. To clear the play list or scene list screen Press [PLA...
Page 31 - Repeat to erase other scenes.; Repeat to move other scenes.; ] to select the place; Add; page 18) to find the start and end points.; select “Exit
31 RQT6920 Edit ing Repeat to erase other scenes. Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Exit ” and press [ENTER]. The new scene is inserted before the highlighted scene. Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “Next” and press [ENTER]. (Repeat to add other scenes.) Repeat to move other scenes. Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to sel...
Page 34 - Disc setting
34 RQT6920 Edit ing Disc setting [RAM] [DVD-R] Enter Title [RAM] If set, this will protect the disc from accidental erasure. Disc Protection Format Finalize [DVD-R] (DVD-R recorded on this unit only) You can play DVD-R on compatible DVD players by finalizing them on this unit, effectively making the...
Page 35 - To stop formatting
35 RQT6920 Edit ing The lock symbol appearsclosed when the disc iswrite-protected. Press [ 2 ] to set disc protection and press [ENTER]. [Note] Computer data cannot be erased. Press [ 2 ] to select “Start” and press [ENTER]. DISC SETTING RETURN ENTER SELECT Prog # 7 Used Total Mark Free 10 0 : 58 0 ...
Page 36 - Using on-screen menus; ] to select the menu and; Common procedures; DISPLAY; Disc menu
36 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion Using on-screen menus 1 Press [DISPLAY]. e.g., DVD-RAM 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [ 1 ]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the setting. To clear the on-screen menus Press [DISPLAY]. For your refe...
Page 37 - Play menu; Audio menu
37 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion e.g., DVD-RAM Not available when playing Video CDs, CDs and MP3 discs.e.g., DVD-Video Play menu Disc VideoAudio Play Repeat play Marker OFF † † † † † † † † † † 1 s 10 Item Content Remarks Repeat play Each time you press [ 3 , 4 ]: [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] PRG: Progr...
Page 38 - Video menu; Video
Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion 38 RQT6920 Using on-screen menus Not available when playing CDs and MP3 discs. [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] ∫ When you have set “TV Type” to “Aspect 4:3 &480P” or “Aspect 16:9 & 480P” in SETUP( ➜ page 10) Video menu Item Content Picture Normal: Default settingSoft: S...
Page 40 - Home Theater; Other uses; Enjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts; What you want to do; Enjoying more powerful sound
40 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion Home Theater Refer to the relevant pages for details. Other uses Record to digital recording equipment or cassette deck ( ➜ page 42) Record from a video cassette recorder ( ➜ page 15) Enjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts What you want to do How to do it Referencepa...
Page 41 - Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver; One cable TV box/satellite receiver; Two cable TV boxes
41 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion ≥ The equipment connections described are examples. ≥ Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. ≥ Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥ The signal from the cable TV ...
Page 42 - Recording to digital recording equipment or cassette tapes; Connecting an amplifier or system component; OPTICAL IN; Digital connection; Amplifier
Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion 42 RQT6920 Home Theater This model can play Dolby Digital, but only in two channels. This model does not have a DTS decoder. You must connect a unit with a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder to enjoy surround sound. Recording to digital recording equipment or cassette tapes Digit...
Page 43 - Connecting other video equipment
43 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion § By using the S video cable instead of the yellow video cable youmay make recordings of higher picture quality. [Note] If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural, connect to L/MONO. (Both left and right channels are recorded when connectedthrough L/M...
Page 44 - Other antenna connections; Other antenna connection to the unit
44 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion Other antenna connections Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead. ∫ A single twin lead ∫ A twin lead and a coaxial cable ∫ Two twin leads ≥ If your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use thelead connection to minimize signa...
Page 45 - Changing the remote control code; ] to select “Set Up” and
45 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion Changing the remote control code Panasonic DVD players and recorders use the same remote controlsystem so they may respond unintentionally to a command from thisremote control. Change the code on this unit and its remote control(the two must match) if you place e...
Page 46 - Changing the unit’s settings; Summary of settings
46 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion Changing the unit’s settings This chart shows the initial settings for this unit. See page 48 for details on menu operation. ≥ Underlined items are the factory presets. Summary of settings Tabs Menus Options Channel Antenna System ( ➜ page 7) Select to suit the t...
Page 48 - ] to select the menu’s tab
Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion 48 RQT6920 Changing the unit’s settings See page 46 for menu and option details. 1 While stopped Press [SETUP] to show the menus. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu’s tab and press [ 1 ]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select ...
Page 49 - Clock settings; Auto Clock Setting
49 RQT6920 Ad v a nc e d ope ra tion Preparation If you connect the unit through a cable TV box or DSS receiver( ➜ page 41), tune to your local PBS station before starting auto clock setting. Use manual clock setting if auto clock setting does notwork or if there is no local PBS channel in your area...
Page 50 - Glossary; P: Predictive coded picture; How to hold a disc; Disc handling
50 RQT6920 Re fe re nce Glossary BitstreamThis is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 chan-nel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)CPRM is the copyright protection technology that is used to protectbroadcasts that are all...
Page 51 - Error messages; On the television
51 RQT6920 Re fe re nce Error messages On the television Page On the unit’s display No disc. ≥ You haven’t inserted a disc. Correctly insert a disc that this unit can use. ≥ The disc is upside down. If it is a single-sided disc, insert it so the label is facing up. 1115 This is non-recordable disc. ...
Page 52 - Troubleshooting guide
52 RQT6920 Re fe re nce Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart donot solve the problem:In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail...
Page 54 - Recording and timer recording; Maintenance; Product Service; Product information
Re fe re nce 54 RQT6920 Troubleshooting guide Recording and timer recording Page The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the envi-ronment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarettesmoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown. To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cl...
Page 55 - Specifications
55 RQT6920 Re fe re nce Specifications Recording system: DVD video recording standards(DVD-RAM),DVD video standards (DVD-R) Optical pick-up: System with 1 lens, 2 integrationunits (662 nm wavelength for DVDs,790 nm wavelength for CDs) Recordable discs: 12 cm (5 q ) 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs 12 cm (5 q ) ...
Page 56 - Panasonic DVD Player/Recorder; Customer Services Directory; Service in Puerto Rico; TELEPHONE NUMBER
Re fe re nce 56 RQT6920 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of AmericaOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km....
Page 57 - 770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3; PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY; For product repairs, please contact one of the following:; IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
57 RQT6920 Re fe re nce Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such d...
Page 58 - Preparación; Conexiones del televisor y de la antena; Para disfrutar del vídeo progresivo; Plug-in para Sintonización automática
58 Español RQT6920 Instalación básica Preparación ≥ Confirme que la antena esté conectada correctamente. ≥ Encienda el televisor y seleccione en él la entrada de vídeoapropiada para ajustar las conexiones realizadas al aparato. 1 Pulse [ Í , DVD POWER] para encender el aparato. 2 Pulse [ 3 , 4 ] par...
Page 59 - Vídeo: Para material de vídeo
59 RQT6920 Español Ajuste esta guía de canales de manera que pueda utilizar loscódigos i VCR Plus para la grabación con temporizador. 1 Pulse [SETUP] para visualizar losmenús. 2 Pulse [ 3 , 4 ] para seleccionar “Canal” y pulse [ 1 ]. 3 Pulse [ 3 , 4 ] para seleccionar “VCR Plus r Ajuste canal” y pul...
Page 60 - siguiente; Para detener la grabación; Para su referencia
60 Español RQT6920 Grabación de programas de televisión [RAM] [DVD-R] 1 Pulse [ Í , DVD POWER] para encender el aparato. 2 Pulse [ < OPEN/CLOSE] para abrir la bandeja e introduzca un disco( ➜ siguiente página). ≥ Vuelva a pulsar el botón para cerrar la bandeja. ≥ En un disco de doble cara, no es ...
Page 61 - ] para seleccionar un
61 RQT6920 Español [RAM] [DVD-R] Puede introducir un disco con o sin estuche. [Note] ≥ Cargue discos de doble cara de manera que la etiqueta de la caraque desee grabar/reproducir quede mirando hacia arriba. ≥ Al utilizar DVD-RAM de 8 cm (3 ″ ), retire el disco del estuche e introdúzcalo, asegurándos...
Page 62 - bandeja e introducir un disco (; Para detener la reproducción; Bandeja del disco
62 Español RQT6920 Reproducción de discos [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] 1 Pulse [ Í , DVD POWER] para encender el aparato. 2 Pulse [ < OPEN/CLOSE] para abrir la bandeja e introducir un disco ( ‹ página 61). ≥ Vuelva a pulsar el botón para cerrar la bandeja. ≥ Si está activada la protecci...
Page 63 - ] para seleccionar un elemento y; Si aparece “; ] para seleccionar “Borrar” y; Sobre la lista de programas
63 RQT6920 Español [VCD] Interruptor [DVD, TV] a “DVD” y Pulse los botones numerados (0, 1 j 9) para seleccionar un elemento. por ejemplo., “5”: [0] ➜ [5] “15”: [1] ➜ [5] [DVD-V] Pulse [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] para seleccionar un elemento y pulse [ENTER]. ≥ Puede que también sea posible utilizar los botone...
Page 64 - Index; pr; Índice
Index Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Antenna system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Audio attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Channel caption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Chasing play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
