Page 2 - Quick access to a variety of useful functions–“FUNCTIONS” menu; BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION ON PAGE 51.
RQT8320 2 Display the FUNCTIONS menu to view all functions on this unit and select function for timer recording etc. (For United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland) (“EB” and “EBL” area code model only) For your safety, please read the following text carefully.This appliance is supplied with a moulded ...
Page 3 - Table of contents; Quick access to a variety of useful functions–; DV Auto Rec; Safety precautions
RQT8320 3 Table of contents Quick access to a variety of useful functions– “FUNCTIONS” menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 4 - Included accessories; Sales and Support Information; Disc handling
RQT8320 4 Included accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of December 2005. These may be subject to change.) To order accessories, refer to “Sales and Support Information” ( Ô below). n Sales and Supp...
Page 5 - Control reference guide; Remote control; Opening the front panel
RQT8320 5 Control reference guide Remote control Main unit The unit’s display 1 bp bq ck cn cm br bt bs 3 5 8 bl bk 9 cl 6 7 4 2 bm bn cs cr cpcq co bo 1 Turn the unit on/off ( Ô page 12) 2 Select channels and title numbers etc./Enter numbers 3 Cancel 4 Basic operations for recording and play 5 Skip...
Page 6 - Disc information; Discs you can use for recording and play
RQT8320 6 Disc information : Can do, ×: Cannot do • We recommend using Panasonic discs. We also recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dir t.• 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 co...
Page 7 - Discs that cannot be played; The remote control information
RQT8320 7 Disc inf o rmat ion/The r emot e cont rol inf o rm at ion • 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. 1 Close the session after recording. Pl...
Page 8 - Connection; Be sure to read the Caution for AC Mains Lead on page 2.; Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead; “AV1 Output” in the Setup menu (; Connecting a terminal other than the 21-pin Scart terminal (; Use of the supplied RF coaxial leads; • Do not roll up the RF coaxial leads.; Connecting to a television only; or
RQT8320 8 Connection • Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. Be sure to read the Caution for AC Mains Lead on page 2. • Choose from one of the connection types A-C that suits your requirement. Using a fully wired 21-pin Sca...
Page 9 - “AV1 Output” and “AV2 Input” in the Setup menu (; Conn
RQT8320 9 Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead • You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television ( Ô page 38). • You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output” and “AV2 Input” in the Setup me...
Page 10 - Connecting to a television and VCR; To copy from a VCR; Refer to “Copying from a video cassette recorder” (
RQT8320 10 Connection Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead • You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television ( Ô page 38). • You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output” and “AV2 Input” in ...
Page 11 - Connecting to a stereo amplifier; Other connections; Connecting to a television with S VIDEO terminals; Connecting to an amplifier or system component
RQT8320 11 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 ( Ô page 49) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.• Connect ...
Page 12 - If the clock setting menu appears
RQT8320 12 TV Tuning (Auto Setup) 1 Turn on the mains for the television (and connected equipment) and select the AV input for this unit. 2 Press [ ^ DVD] to turn the unit on. • If the TV is Q Link compatible, it will start to download TV tuning information to this unit. • If the TV is not Q Link co...
Page 13 - “––––” will appear in the “Name” column.; ] to select the channel or; It is no longer needed.; Repeat the steps above until you have set dummy timer
RQT8320 13 This unit is not designed to control (turn on or change channels on) your satellite receiver. However, you can use VIDEO Plus+ Recording by making the satellite receiver’s VIDEO Plus+ numbers available for recognition on this unit. Take the following steps to make all satellite stations a...
Page 14 - Set up to match your television and remote control; To enjoy progressive video
RQT8320 14 Set up to match your television and remote control Choose the setting to suit your television and preference. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ e , r ] to select “C...
Page 15 - Television operation
RQT8320 15 You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control. Point the remote control at the television While pressing [ ^ TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons. e.g., 01: [0] Ô [1] Manufacturer and Code No. Test by turning on the television and changing channels. Repeat the procedur...
Page 16 - Important notes for recording; OPE; It is not possible to
RQT8320 16 Important notes for recording Recording of bilingual programme Both main and secondary audio can be recorded You can change the audio during playback. ( Ô page 24, “Changing audio during play”) If you record from external equipment– Select both “M 1” and “M 2” on the external equipment. S...
Page 17 - When finalizing the disc; Recording modes and approximate recording times; LP; Disc Insertion/Ejection
RQT8320 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 ( 6Hours )” in the Setup menu ( Ô page 39...
Page 18 - Recording television programmes; unit to open the tray and insert a disc.; To pause recording; Quick Start
RQT8320 18 Recording television programmes • 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 Top Menu” ( Ô page 37). Recording or editing on the d...
Page 19 - Flexible Recording; (Recording that fits the remaining disc space); Playing while you are recording
RQT8320 19 During recording Press [ * REC] on the main unit to select the recording time. • The unit’s display changes as shown below. • This does not work during timer recordings ( Ô page 20) or while using Flexible Recording ( Ô below). • If you change the channel or recording mode while recording...
Page 20 - Timer recording; Notes on timer recording (; Timer
RQT8320 20 Timer recording See also the notes “Important notes for recording” ( Ô page 16). Preparation • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. • Check the time on the unit is correct. • Insert a disc ( Ô page 18). Entering VIDEO Plus+ nu...
Page 21 - Notes on timer recording; im
RQT8320 21 You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) 1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “New Timer Programme” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ q ] to move through the items and change the items with [ e , r ]....
Page 22 - Refer to the control reference on page 20.; To change a programme; ] to select the programme and press; To delete a programme; Make timer programming on the TV.; To stop recording; Message displayed in the “Drive space” line
RQT8320 22 Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 20. Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. n To change a programme Press [ e , r ] to select the programme and press [ENTER]. ( Ô page 21, Manually prog...
Page 23 - Recording from a satellite/digital terrestrial receiver; input channel for the equipment you; Manual Recording
RQT8320 23 Recording from a satellite/digital terrestrial receiver Preparation • Insert a disc ( Ô page 18). • When recording a bilingual programme ( Ô page 16). Preparation • Connect a satellite/digital terrestrial receiver to this unit’s input terminals ( Ô page 9). • When the output signal from t...
Page 24 - Playing discs; When a menu screen appears on the television; Changing audio during play
RQT8320 24 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...
Page 25 - Operations during play; Resume play function; Press the numbered buttons.; Pla
RQT8320 25 Excluding MP3/JPEG Operations during play Stop Press [ g ]. The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [ q ] (PLAY) to restart from this position. The stopped position is cleared when:– you press [ g ] several times. – you open the tray.– and MP3 you turn the unit off. ...
Page 26 - ] to select the track and; To select other group; Playing MP3
RQT8320 26 Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Refer to the control reference on page 24. You can play CD-R/RW and DVD-R discs which contain MP3 files that have been recorded on a computer. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. • Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups...
Page 27 - ] to select the still; To select another folder; Rotate
RQT8320 27 You can play CD-R/RW and DVD-R discs which contain still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) that have been recorded on a computer. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. 2 Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select the still picture and press [ENTER]. • The selected still picture is displayed on the screen. • You can also...
Page 28 - Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message; ] to select the menu and; Using on-screen menus
RQT8320 28 Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and 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 [ e , r ] to select the menu and press [ q ]. 3 Press [ e , r ] ...
Page 29 - ] to select an item and; FUNCTIONS window
RQT8320 29 Only when you have set “Progressive” to “On” in the Setup menu ( Ô page 40). 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 ] to select an item and press...
Page 30 - Editing titles/chapters; to select the operation and press
RQT8320 30 Editing titles/chapters • The maximum number of items on a disc: Note • Once deleted or partially deleted, title/chapters cannot be restored to their original state. Make certain before proceeding. • You cannot edit during recording.• You can create a Top Menu using “Create Top Menu” ( Ô ...
Page 31 - Ed
RQT8320 31 After performing steps 1–3 ( Ô page 30) Multiple editing is possible. After performing steps 1–5 ( Ô page 30) Multiple editing is possible. Title operations Delete Press [ w , q ] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. • Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. ...
Page 32 - Creating, editing and playing playlists; Creating playlists
RQT8320 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...
Page 33 - Playlist operations; Delete; Chapter operations
RQT8320 33 (play only) 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others” 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 pages/Mul...
Page 34 - Copying from a video cassette recorder; ] to select “To Others” and; Manual recording
RQT8320 34 Copying from a video cassette recorder Refer to the control reference on page 35. If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural Connect to L/MONO on the AV3 input terminals at the front. The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO terminal. Preparation • Tur...
Page 35 - Deleting titles; ] to select “Delete” and; Deleting titles during play
RQT8320 35 Deleting titles • A title cannot be restored once it is deleted. Make certain before proceeding. • You cannot delete while recording. When a recorded title is deleted the available disc space will increase by the amount deleted. Disc space increases only when the last recorded title is de...
Page 36 - DVD Management; Common procedures
RQT8320 36 DVD Management Refer to the control reference on page 35. Preparation • Release protection ( Ô below). 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “DVD Management” and press [ENTER]. Select which step 4 to perfo...
Page 37 - To confirm the layer you can record; DV
RQT8320 37 You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing. Make selections before finalizing the disc. After performing steps 1–3 ( Ô page 36) 4 Press [ e , r ] to select “Auto-Play Select” and press [ENTER]. 5 Press [ e , r ] to select items and press [ENTER]. Finalize the disc so you...
Page 38 - Child Lock
RQT8320 38 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 ...
Page 39 - Changing the unit’s settings; Summary of settings
RQT8320 39 Link ed op er at ions w it h the TV (Q Link )/Child Loc k/ Cha nging the unit’s s ett in g s Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 35. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “S...
Page 41 - Set the clock manually
RQT8320 41 Refer to the control reference on page 35. • In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER...
Page 42 - Resetting channel setting
RQT8320 42 Resetting channel setting Refer to the control reference on page 35. You can add or delete channels, or change programme positions. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press ...
Page 43 - To change the setting all at once (PAL; Entering text; To add a name
RQT8320 43 TV System Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to record NTSC video from another source. 1 While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ e , r ] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [ e , r ] to select “Co...
Page 44 - Messages; On the television
RQT8320 44 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 Cannot finish recording completely. • The programme was copy-protected.• The disc may be full.• The maximum number of times you...
Page 45 - Frequently asked questions
RQT8320 45 Frequently asked questions Set up Page What equipment is necessary to play multi channel surround sound? • DVD-Video: You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder. • DVD-Audio: This unit plays DVD-Aud...
Page 46 - Troubleshooting guide
RQT8320 46 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, consult your dealer for instructions. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:...
Page 49 - Glossary; ouble
RQT8320 49 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. Component video output Component signal outputs the colour difference signals (P B /P R ) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve hig...
Page 50 - Specifications; Language code list; Enter the code with the numbered buttons.
RQT8320 50 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 Recording time Maximum 8 hours (using 4.7 GB disc) Recordable discs DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1/3x–SPEED DV...
Page 51 - ec
RQT8320 51 • For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the equipment with wet hands. • Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may infringe copyright laws. -If you see this symbol- CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES ...
Page 52 - Index; satellite/digital terrestrial
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ RQT8320-1B H1205XB1026 En Index Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Audio attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
